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Norman Klocke had no idea that through heredity he was predisposed for manic-depressive behavior when he experienced his first manic episode in 1978 at the age of 28. After enduring nearly two years of prescribed tranquilizers and Freudian based psychotherapy, he miraculously found a physician who was far ahead of his profession in the practice of biological psychiatry . With a correct diagnosis of bipolar disorder, Norman began a 30-year journey to regain his health. First he needed appropriate and affordable medical care and medications that improved over the years. He recognized several important ingredients that contributed to his success including, a strong faith, loving and supportive parents, farm life, physical fitness, adopted brothers, strong friendships, professional colleagues, and mentors. He had to overcome his own stigmas surrounding mental health disorders to come to realize that they are a part of physical maladies. Finally, he challenges readers to overcome their own biases for those who exhibit crazy behavior.

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Norman Klocke grew up on a livestock and grain farm in east-central Illinois during the 1950's and 1960's where he learned the value of natural resource conservation leading to a career in water resources engineering. He received collegiate training at the University of Illinois, the University of Kansas, and Colorado State University that provided the foundation for a 32-year career as a faculty member of the University of Nebraska and Kansas State University. His research and adult education programs in irrigation water management led to national recognition of his professional contributions. During his adult life, Norman developed keen interests in sailboat racing, personal and professional development through Toastmasters International, and physical fitness.

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