Richard is a 62-year-old single man who says that his substance dependence and his bipolar disorder both emerged in his late teens. He says that he started to drink to “feel better” when his episodes of depression made it hard for him to interact with his peers. He also states that alcohol and cocaine are … Read more
Sleep Health Sleep is a very important component of mental and physical health. Many factors can impact sleep. · Choose a diagnosis (generalized anxiety disorder, insomnia, bipolar disorder, etc.) and discuss how sleep plays a role in the disease. · Give one pharmacological and one nonpharmacological intervention for a patient with this diagnosis to improve … Read more
A 32-year-old patient diagnosed with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Bipolar Disorder presents with recurring intrusive thoughts related to cleanliness and compulsive hand-washing. They report periods of heightened energy and impulsivity alternating with depressive episodes. Current treatment includes mood stabilizers lithium and exposure-response prevention therapy for OCD. [removed]
Mood and Anxiety Disorders in Children and Adolescents Topic: Bipolar Disorder Depressed In a 300- to 500-word blog post written for a patient and/or caregiver audience, explain signs and symptoms for Bipolar Disorder Depressed, pharmacological treatments, nonpharmacological treatments, and appropriate community resources and referrals. Collegial discussion is welcome. Referrals: 1. Hilt, R. J., & … Read more