Explore information on the use of the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders
Differentially Diagnose Bipolar Disorder and depression
Recognize general medical conditions and drugs that may mimic depression or mania
Understand the goals of management of bipolar disorder and depression
Identify bipolar patients at increased risk of suicide
Understand the link between bipolar disorder and substance abuse
Identify key areas of consideration when making a treatment placement decision
Learn about the areas which patients with bipolar disorder and their families may need education
Familiarize self with the most common psychopharmacological interventions for bipolar disorder abd depression
Explore information on the use of the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders;
Understand the interaction between the diagnoses
Identify how many "problem” behaviors are semi-functional adaptations to help the person survive
Develop an understanding for how a positive change in any one area can lead to positive changes throughout the system