In 'Bipolar therapy finds way out', published by The AustralianClara Pirani wrote about the experience of Jennifer Howell. Ms Howell took part in a recent therapy-based treatment trial developed by the Mental  Health Research Institute of Victoria – aimed at helping people with bipolar disorder to recognise the signs of mania and depression, and learn how to avert episodes. on 25.8.07,

Ms Pirani’s article discussed the symptoms of bipolar, the frequency of misdiagnosis and lack of understanding of the illness, in a helpful and informative way. StigmaWatch contacted Ms Pirani to commend this piece for improving understanding of the illness and the prospects for recovery.