DSM-5/Symptoms
Define Bipolar Disorder
A distinct period of abnormally and persistently elevated, expansive, or irritable mood lasting at least one week and present most of the day, nearly every day.
What is the factor called meaning the disorder can be passed down through family?
Genetic Factors
This type of therapy is a combines looking at a patient's thought and actions
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
?How did other parents view/describe Sadie?
They described her as a bad/naughty child
Who was the famous person in our presentation with Bipolar Disorder?
Robin Williams
How long do these symptoms have to last to be diagnosed?
one week
What two things do people try to self medicate with?
Drugs and/or alcohol
Name two assessment tools for diagnosing Bipolar Disorder
Clinical Interviews
Checklist and Rating scales
Mood Chart
Observation
Physical Exam
Children with bipolar disorder aren't aware that there is something wrong with themselves. True or False?
False, these children do notice that they don't behave like others around them.
Approximately 20% to 25% of children and adolescents convert from Bipolar II to Bipolar I over time. True or False?
True
What are the two types of Bipolar Disorder Symptoms?
Manic and Hypo-manic
List 3 possible comorbidities
Substance Abuse
Anxiety
Eating Disorder
PTSD
Conduct Disorder
A conversation between psychologist and client that is intended to help the psychologist diagnose and treat the patient
Clinical Interview
What symptoms did Sadies mom begin to notice and when?
Sadie was happy one second, and the next she was very upset. Her mom began to notice while Sadie was in Preschool.
What does DSM-5 stand for?
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition
Which bipolar disorder type has extreme manic episodes alternating with major depression?
Bipolar Disorder I
Name the 4 possible etiologies in our presentation
Genetic, Hormonal, Environmental, Brain-Chemical Inbalances
Medication most commonly prescribed for patients with Bipolar Disorder
Lithium
What age was Sadie when she was evaluated?
Three years old
What is the main difference between Bipolar Disorder I and Bipolar Disorder II? Which one is more severe?
Bipolar Disorder I includes manic episodes, while Bipolar Disorder II includes hypomanic episodes. Bipolar Disorder I is more severe.
List 5 symptoms of Bipolar Disorder
impaired judgment,
feeling "wired"
a sense of distraction or boredom
missing work or school, or under performing
thinking they can "do anything"
belief that nothing is wrong
being extremely forthcoming, sometimes aggressively so
likelihood of engaging in risky behavior
a sense of being on top of the world, exhilarated, or euphoric
excessive self-confidence, an inflated sense of self-esteem and self-importance
excessive and rapid talking, pressurized speech that may jump from one topic to another
"racing" thoughts that come and go quickly, and bizarre ideas that the person may act upon
List the possible environmental factors of Bipolar Disorder
Abuse, mental stress, a "significant loss," or some other traumatic event may contribute to or trigger bipolar disorder.
Name the two other treatments besides Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Family Therapy, Mood Stabilizers
Who's idea was it for Sadie to have an evaluation?
Her preschool.
Diagnosed when the individual presents with a combination of hypo-manic episodes and depressive symptoms that do not meet the criteria for a major depressive episode. Known as the least severe type of Bipolar Disorder.
Cyclothymia