Dr. Jerry Kennard is a psychologist, freelance writer & consultant. He is an Associate Fellow and Chartered member of the British Psychological Society. Jerry worked for a number of years in various specialized healthcare settings before moving to University where he headed a department of psychology, taught and researched in health-related psychology. His research and publication interests included interprofessional collaboration, the mental health and wellbeing of adolescents, the psychology of men's health and relationships. Jerry is author of Bipolar Disorder: a short introductory guide. Jerry lives with his wife and daughter in the historic city of York, in the United Kingdom.