Abstract
Anxiety disorders and bipolar disorder are two of the most devastating psychological illnesses. Providing a concise and detailed overview of the various types of anxiety disorders and the different stages of bipolar disorder, as well as a discussion of treatment options, the author argues that while improvements have been made to the treatment and understanding of these illnesses, further improvements are necessary, including the integration of drug therapy and psychotherapy.

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"Despite the increasing awareness, education, knowledge, treatment, and understanding of psychological disorders, there is still no clear-cut, quick fix, and uniform method available to diagnose and/or eliminate (or at least reduce) mental illnesses and psychological disorders. Anxiety disorders and bipolar disorder are two of the most common mental illnesses that prevent an individual from functioning normally. While most individuals may arguably prefer to remain ignorant of the existence of anxiety disorders and/or bipolar disorder, the fact is that more than 23 million individuals suffer from anxiety disorders (Harvard, 1) while more than 3 million individuals suffer from bipolar disorder (Hollandsworth)."

Tags:anxiety, disorder, bipolar, disorder, mental, health, psychotherapy, psychological, treatment

Abstract
The paper discusses how bipolar disorder is a psychological disorder that has several key features, yet its cause is still relatively speculative. Nevertheless, the paper shows how a combination of pharmacology and behavior modification has been used to treat the disorder.

From the Paper
"Bipolar disorder is a psychological disorder that has several key features, yet its cause is still relatively speculative. Nevertheless, a combination of pharmacology and behavior modification has been used to treat the disorder."

Tags:psychology, bipolar, disorder

Abstract
This paper presented a review of a research article examining a form of cognitive-behavioral treatment for childhood bipolar disorder. The paper looks at the data collections methods and procedures.

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"This paper presents a review of research conducted by Pavuluri and associates to test the feasibility of a new child and family focused cognitive-behavioral treatment, CFF-CBT, for childhood bipolar disorder where feasibility was conceptually defined in terms of the following treatment outcomes; reduction in bipolar disorder symptoms and improvement in functioning and high levels of treatment integrity, adherence to psychotherapy and consumer satisfaction. It was stressed that the study was preliminary in nature."

Tags:childhood, bipolar, disorder

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This paper presents the topic of bipolar disorder. The paper discusses diagnosis, symptoms, causes and treatment.

Tags:bipolar, disorder

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Int his article, the writer explains that bipolar disorder is a mood disorder that manifests itself in a variety of ways in the people who experience it. Typically, bipolar disorder is diagnosed in young adults, however, it can be diagnosed in childhood or in later adulthood. This disorder has two different types, bipolar I and the less severe bipolar II. This paper examines the symptoms of bipolar disorder, its diagnosis, and treatment. In addition, it examines one supportive site for individuals with bipolar disorder.

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"There is no shortage of resource material on bipolar disorder. A simple Internet search or library database inquiry brings up dozens of resources available to the researcher. And yet, much of the popular media would have the public believe that bipolar disorder, sometimes called "manic-depression," is a mysterious and little-documented disorder that isolates the individual who has it and condemns him or her to a life devoid of hope of normalcy. Contrary to this bleak media picture, however, bipolar disorder is one that has many support groups and a wide range of treatment available to those that have it."

Tags:bipolar, manic, depressive

Abstract
This paper begins by introducing the concept of manic depression. It then discusses the suspected causes of bipolar disorder and its symptoms. The symptoms include highs and lows, mood swings and hypomania. The paper then addresses the phenomena of bipolar adolescents and discusses thought errors in bipolar disorder. The paper also examines the various forms of bipolar, ways in which it is diagnosed and different types of treatment.

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"Bipolar Disorder generally sets in during adolescence or early adulthood though it may also occur late in one's life or during childhood. It results in terrible mood swings ranging from mania and euphoria to depression and suicidal tendencies. The earlier a person is diagnosed with bipolar disorder the better. Medication is available for bipolar disorder, which helps control the mood swings and even treats the condition. Diagnosis of bipolar disorders can be done only by specialized psychiatrists and is done according to the criteria established by the American Psychiatric Association in the Diagnostic and Statistic Manual of Mental Disorders."

Tags:suicide, mood, hypomania, mental, disorder

Abstract
The paper reveals that bipolar disorder refers to alterations between depression and extreme euphoria which are severely disruptive for the person. In this paper the writer has chosen to analyze bipolar disorder because of personal contacts with individuals who have this disorder; her best friend who has this disorder uses the term manic depression as it more aptly describes personal experience. The writer has witnessed the personal, social, financial, and isolating impacts the disorder has produced for her as well as the stigma and discrimination. The writer describes how she has encountered frustration with the programs and services provided in Ontario and a lack of services that would meet her needs and she also has encountered bias from various medical and nurse practitioners along with social workers, especially regarding inadequate treatment such as inappropriate medication she was given that exacerbated her condition.

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"Bipolar disorder refers to alterations between depression and extreme euphoria which are severely disruptive for the person. In this paper, I will begin with a discussion of why I am interested in bipolar disorder. I will then explain how this form of mental illness is clinically defined as well as the various assessment tools that are used. I will provide some assessment of the assessment instruments. I will also explore the treatments and social services available for people with bipolar disorder in Ontario. I will examine how the mental health system helps, hinders and..."

Tags:bipolar, diagnosis, treatment

Abstract
The paper discusses how bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, causes extreme shifts in mood, energy, and functioning, and it is a chronic and generally life-long condition with recurring episodes of mania and depression that can last months. The paper reveals that more than 10 million Americans have bipolar disorder, a condition that can start as early as childhood and affects men and women equally (Duckworth). The paper explains that in addition to medication, treatment consists of psychotherapy, support, and education, and most people generally need lifelong treatment. The paper emphasizes how bipolar disorder affects patients' everyday lives and families; in other words, it is not just in patients' heads.

Tags:bipolar, causes, effects

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This paper seeks to raise awareness about bipolar disorder and the need to improve its recognition; more studies are needed to provide the possibility of a genetic marker from the density of white and gray matter in the brain. It compares and contrasts two journal articles on bipolar disorder and gray and white matter in the brain.

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"Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder that involves both manic and depressive phases that affects one's mood, emotions, and behavior. The mood disorders can be depressive episodes, manic episodes, or mixed episodes. Some symptoms of the depressive state would be a down mood, loss of interest or pleasure in activities, weight loss or gain, sleep problems, fatigue or loss of energy, feelings of worthlessness or excessive or inappropriate guilt, problems thinking or concentrating, thoughts of death, suicidal attempt, etc. Some symptoms of the manic state of bipolar would be elevated or irritable mood, inflated self-esteem, sleeplessness, more talkative than usual, flight of ideas or racing thoughts, distractibility, increase in goal-directed activity or hyperactivity, excessive involvement in pleasurable activities that have a high potential for painful consequences, etc. One or more of these episodes may be followed immediately by its opposite. A mixed episode would be the simultaneous occurrence of both of the above stated episodes."

Tags:articles, biological, bipolar, brain, disorder, episodes, gray, hyperactivity, journal, matter, mri, research, treatment, white

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This paper discusses the physiological roots of bipolar disorder (commonly known as "manic depression") including neuroanatomy and neurotransmitters. It also discusses common treatments of bipolar disorder, and how medication available affects neurotransmitter levels and so inhibits symptoms.

Tags:depression, disorder, manic, psychiatric