PSYCHOLOGICAL DISORDERS: Bipolar disorders

PSYCHOLOGICAL DISORDERS

In this study you will complete a Mind Map Template to gauge your understanding of this week’s content. Select one of the possible topics provided to complete your MindMap Template.

• Generalized anxiety disorder
• Depression
• Bipolar disorders
• Schizophrenia
• Delirium and dementia
• Obsessive compulsive disease

RESOURCES

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WEEKLY RESOURCES

Note: These readings are intended to serve as supplementary to the Lecturio content provided in this course. Please refer/review these supplementary resources should you need help in reinforcing concepts and in preparation for completing this week’s Assessments.

• McCance, K. L. & Huether, S. E. (2019). Pathophysiology: The biologic basis for disease in adults and children(8th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Mosby/Elsevier.
  • Chapter 19: Neurobiology of Schizophrenia, Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, including Summary Review
• McIntyre, R. S. & Calabrese, J. R. (2019). Bipolar depression: The clinical characteristics and unmet needs of a complex disorderLinks to an external site.. Current Medical Research and Opinion, 1–14. doi:10.1080/03007995.2019.1636017. Retrieved from https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/03007995.2019.1636017

Credit Line: Bipolar depression: The clinical characteristics and unmet needs of a complex disorder by McIntyre, R. S. & Calabrese, J. R., in Current Medical Research and Opinion. Copyright 2019 by Librapharm Ltd. Reprinted by permission of Librapharm Ltd via the Copyright Clearance Center.

To create a Mind Map Template on “Bipolar Disorders,” you can structure it like this:

Bipolar Disorders

• Definition
  • Characterized by alternating episodes of depression and mania/hypomania.
• Types
  • Bipolar I Disorder
    • Defined by manic episodes that last at least 7 days or by manic symptoms that are so severe that immediate hospital care is needed.
  • Bipolar II Disorder
    • Defined by a pattern of depressive episodes and hypomanic episodes, but not the full-blown manic episodes seen in Bipolar I Disorder.
  • Cyclothymic Disorder
    • A milder form of bipolar disorder, characterized by numerous periods of hypomanic symptoms as well as numerous periods of depressive symptoms lasting for at least 2 years.
• Symptoms
  • Manic Episode
    • Elevated mood
    • Increased activity or energy
    • Racing thoughts
    • Decreased need for sleep
    • Impaired judgment
  • Depressive Episode
    • Depressed mood
    • Loss of interest or pleasure in activities
    • Changes in appetite or weight
    • Sleep disturbances
    • Fatigue or loss of energy
• Causes
  • Genetic factors
  • Neurobiological factors (e.g., neurotransmitter imbalances)
  • Environmental triggers (e.g., stressful life events)
• Treatment
  • Medications
    • Mood stabilizers (e.g., lithium, valproate)
    • Antipsychotics
    • Antidepressants (with caution to prevent inducing mania/hypomania)
  • Psychotherapy
    • Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
    • Interpersonal and social rhythm therapy (IPSRT)
  • Lifestyle changes
    • Regular sleep patterns
    • Stress management techniques
    • Healthy diet and exercise
• Complications
  • Substance abuse
  • Relationship problems
  • Suicide risk
• References
  • McIntyre, R. S. & Calabrese, J. R. (2019). Bipolar depression: The clinical characteristics and unmet needs of a complex disorder. Current Medical Research and Opinion, 1–14.
  • McCance, K. L. & Huether, S. E. (2019). Pathophysiology: The biologic basis for disease in adults and children (8th ed.). Chapter 19: Neurobiology of Schizophrenia, Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.

This template summarizes key aspects of bipolar disorders including definition, types, symptoms, causes, treatment options, complications, and relevant resources.