Introduction Bipolar disorder is a complex mental health condition characterized by alternating periods of mood elevation (mania or hypomania) and depression. Proper management of bipolar disorder is crucial to mitigate its impact on individuals’ lives. This case study delves into the assessment and treatment of bipolar disorder in a 20-year-old woman presenting with a manic […]
Introduction The complex realm of bipolar disorders brings forth a unique set of challenges that demand accurate diagnosis and well-rounded treatment strategies. This case delves into the life of a 20-year-old woman exhibiting manic symptoms indicative of Bipolar I Disorder. Her impulsive actions, grandiosity, and resistance to medical intervention highlight the severity of her condition. […]
Cognitive and behavioural symptoms of bipolar disorder OR depression Part 1. Describe cognitive and behavioural symptoms of bipolar disorder OR depression. In Part 1 of this assignment, you should take care to identify those symptoms which you believe are behavioural and those which pertain to cognitions. Your markers will look for evidence that you have […]
While psychological disorders still have a stigma, steps have been taken by some individuals to help others understand the disorders a little better. For example, photographer John William Keedy captured images to express anxiety disorders, OCD, and varied neuroses in “Photos Reveal What It’s Like to Have Anxiety Issues.” Review “What It’s Like to Have […]
Topic: Reflection as a Mental Health Clinician Paper details: Using the personal account of mental health diagnosis that we read (A Day in the Life of Bipolar Disorder), write your reflections on your review of the first hand account of mental health diagnosis and thoughts about yourself as a clinician. You may use some of […]
Take Test: Quiz – Module 6 Knowledge Check QUESTION 1 Scenario 1: Schizophrenia A 22-year-old female student was brought to her college student health department by her boyfriend. He was concerned about the changes in her behavior. The boyfriend noted that she has been hearing voices, and seeing things that are not there. She also […]
Assignment:Assessing and Treating Patients With Bipolar Disorder Bipolar disorder is a unique disorder that causes shifts in mood and energy, which results in depression and mania for patients. Proper diagnosis of this dsorder is often a challenge for two reasons: ii patients often present as depressive or manic but may have both; and 2) many […]
