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    relationship between bipolar and substance-use disorder Mechanisms and treatment implications Bipolar disorder and substance-use disorders commonly occur in the same individual. In fact, bipolar disorder has a higher prevalence of substance-use disorders than any other psychiatric illness. Individuals with both disorders have a more severe course of bipolar disorder, including earlier onset, more frequent episodes, and more complications, including anxiety- and stress-related disorders, aggressive behavior

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    Question #2: Bipolar Disorder: Give a phenomenological/subjective (first person account) description of Kay Redfield Jamison’s bipolar disorder as described in her book “Unquiet Mind.” In particular, what factors did she view as helpful in her recovery? Bipolar Disorder is mental illness that includes severe high and low moods with changes in sleep, energy, thinking and behavior. Bipolar disorder is correlated with increased risk for substance-related disorders, weight problems, and impaired social

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    A Systematic Review of the Efficacy and Metabolic Profile of Lurasidone in the Treatment of Depression in Bipolar Disorder MSc in Psychiatry 2015 Dissertation by Giles Osborne BA BSc MA(Oxon) Department of Psychiatry, Cardiff Medical School, Cardiff, CF14 4XN Main Body Word Count 18,885 May 2015 DECLARATION / STATEMENTS PAGE DECLARATION This work has not previously been accepted in substance for any degree and is not concurrently submitted in candidature for any degree. Signed-----------------------------

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    Bibliography . Bauer, Mark S. Overcoming Bipolar Disorder: A Comprehensive Workbook for Managing Your Symptoms & Achieving Your Life Goals. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, 2008. Print. Bipolar disorder otherwise known as, manic-depression illness of the brain that causes two different types of bipolar. According to which disorder, each has the opposite effects both includes; extreme mood swings highs and lows. Symptoms for Bipolar I or rather Manic Bipolar, are little need for sleep, constantly

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    city it strives for order and efficiency. However a patient with Bipolar Disorder has a very chaotic type of brain function; causing changes in mood and sometimes suicidal thoughts Bipolar Disorder is a common psychiatric mood disorder that is defined by recurrent episodes of abnormally elevated mood and depression, changes in energy and, the ability to carry out day to day tasks. (Joel, Jakosson and colleges) “Bipolar Disorder (BD) is a chronic disease with high risk of relapse. This disease

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    Current Research on Bipolar Disorder II Shannon J. Oliveira American School of Professional Psychology Psychopathology Fall 2014 Current Research on Bipolar Disorder II The following is a review of recent peer reviewed research articles in the field of psychology contributing to new information on the diagnosis, treatment, and outcome measures for Bipolar Disorder II (BDII). First, you will find a description of the diagnostic presentation of BDII, followed by the corresponding results of the research

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    Many have confused schizophrenia and bipolar disorder with dissociative identity disorder. Bipolar disorder also known as manic-depression is a fairly common disorder when compared to schizophrenia and dissociative identity disorder. It is also well-understood and treated by a combination of medications and psychotherapy.It is characterized by alternating moods of mania and depression. These usually last weeks or even months depending on the person. People who are manic have a high energy level and

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    Bipolar Disorder & Edgar Allen Poe Bipolar disorder, otherwise known as manic-depressive disorder, is a severe psychological condition of rapid alterations of a contrasting momentary conscious state of mind. Conditions of this particular illness range in severity from an extreme high (Bipolar 1 or Mania) or to a dangerously low (Bipolar 2 or Depression). In addition, it is also common for an individual diagnosed with the illness to experience psychiatric indications of misconceptions. Onset traits

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    the same room without an argument ensuing. Now, I know how to better handle my frizzy-haired older sister’s bipolar episodes. She comes to us for assistance when things get too challenging for her. But a few years ago everything was pitch black. My sister is manic bipolar. Bipolar disorder deals with intense highs and lows. Before her diagnosis, my siblings and I would joke that she was bipolar because of her capricious mood swings. Coincidence or not? Suffice to say, life has been a learning experience

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    Bipolar Disorder is categorized by periods of both depression and mania, with both full remission and lingering symptoms (Pavlova et al., 2016). Bipolar disorder can be a chronic disorder that greatly affects an individual’s daily life. The disorder can cause an inability to function in occupational, as well as social environments (Maniglio, 2013). Previous studies have aimed at the relations between childhood maltreatment and the onset of bipolar disorder. Such studies have suggested that childhood

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