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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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.
- Bipolar I Disorder
- 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
- Manic Episode
- 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
- Medications
- 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.