Strategies for Diagnosis and Treatment of Bipolar Disorder
Self-paced
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Full course description
Date Recorded
May 7, 2024
Price
$60.00
CE/CEUs
2 MMD
Level
Intermediate
Length
120 Minutes
Location
On Demand
Course Description
This course explores the interplay between bipolar disorder, substance use disorders, and co-occurring mental health conditions. Learners will examine symptoms, diagnostic criteria, and the distinctions between bipolar disorder and other mood disorders. Through practical techniques, participants will develop skills in conducting thorough assessments using standardized tools and clinical interviews. The course also covers the various phases of bipolar disorder, including manic, hypomanic, depressive, and mixed episodes, and the cyclical nature of the disorder.
Learning Objectives
- Learn about the relationship between bipolar disorder and substance use disorders, or other co-occurring mental health conditions, and how to address them.
- Learn about the nature of bipolar disorder, including its symptoms, diagnostic criteria, and how it differs from other mood disorder.
- Learn techniques for conducting assessments to determine if a client may be experiencing bipolar disorder, including utilizing standardized assessment tools and conducting thorough clinical interviews.
Target Learner
The target learner for this training is mental health professionals, social workers, case managers, healthcare providers
Available Credit
- 2 CE/CEUs
- Social work and mental health practice in Nebraska and diagnosis and treatment of major mental disorder.
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