Presented by Aimee Sullivan, Ph.D. This event is virtual and free to psychologists for (2) Continuing Education credits.
Bipolar disorder (BD) is a highly recurrent, chronic illness associated with significant impairment in psychosocial functioning and quality of life. Research suggests that effective treatment improves social, vocational, and academic functioning, quality of life, and reduces individual suffering for BD patients. Youth and young adults with BD, or those at high risk for BD, may particularly benefit from appropriate intervention, as effective treatment will not only reduce current symptoms but also benefit their future development. This presentation will provide attendees with an overview of considerations important in working with patients with bipolar disorder. An emphasis on differential diagnosis will review how clinicians can recognize bipolar symptoms and effectively differentiate these from symptoms of other psychiatric conditions. We will discuss specific evidence-based tools that clinicians can immediately put into practice, with a highlight on the importance of mood charting, regulation of sleep cycles and daily rhythms, and inclusion of family members in treatment planning whenever feasible. At the end of this presentation, participants will have an opportunity to ask questions or discuss their own work with patients with bipolar disorder. Additionally, attendees will learn about future opportunities to complete in-depth clinical training workshops for the treatment of bipolar disorder.
Following this presentation participants will be able to:
Recognize features of bipolar disorder across the lifespan
Discriminate symptoms of bipolar disorder from symptoms of other psychiatric disorders
Understand the rationale for using a range of evidence-based treatment strategies
Utilize a number of tools and treatment strategies immediately in their clinical practice
Learn about additional training opportunities focused on the treatment of bipolar disorder
The University of Colorado Department of Psychiatry is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The University of Colorado Department of Psychiatry maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
Learn more about this program and Dr. Aimee Sullivan here.
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