Myths and Facts
Myth or Fact: Bipolar Disorder is rare
Myth
True or False: Negative thoughts about the future is not a symptom of Bipolar disorder
False
True or False: A low state is called mania
True or False: Bipolar Disorder can be cured for good
False
Myth or Fact: Individuals with Bipolar Disorder are just moody individuals
Myth
True or False: Is impaired judgement and impulsiveness a symptom of Bipolar Disorder?
True
How many states are there 1,2,3,4,5,6?
There are 3 states
True or False: medication is often the first line treatment for Bipolar disorder however, psychological therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), family-focused therapy, and interpersonal and social rhythm therapy is extremely useful
True
Myth or Fact: Medication is not the only treatment for Bipolar Disorder
Fact
Bipolar Symptoms:
a.)Go away on it's own
b.)Come and go
c.)Do not need lifetime treatment
b.) Come and go
What is Bipolar Disorder:
1.)Just your mood being inconsistent
2.)A medical condition
3.)When you’re sad then happy
4.)When a girl is PMSING
A medical condition
What is the goal of inpatient treatment?
The goal of inpatient treatment is to stabilize your mood and connect you with the needed outpatient support that can reduce frequency or duration of future hospital visits
Myth or Fact: People with Bipolar disorder do experience highs (mania/hypomania) and lows (depression)
Fact
What are 3 symptoms that occur during a manic episode?
Increased activity level
Poor financial choices
Rapid speaking
Rapid thoughts,
Lack of sleep but energetic
True or False: It is more common for someone to experience depressive symptoms rather than other symptoms
True
What is an Intervention for Bipolar Disorder?
Talk therapy or counseling, psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy