This book contains a synopsis of the genetic, biological, and psychological theories pertaining to bipolar spectrum disorders. An update of diagnostic considerations, assessment instruments, and evidence-based treatment techniques commonly employed in diagnosing, assessing, and treating bipolar spectrum disorderpatients is provided. The most recent literature is presented throughout the book concerning the appropriate data-based applications, outcomes, and limitations of the assessment and treatment procedures.

Identifies and discusses the principles of medical ethics. Defines and distinguishes between ethics, morals, and values. Identifies the ethical obligations in a clinician-patient relationship. Explains the issues surrounding patient consent, including informed consent, voluntary consent, and competent consent. Discusses ethical principles in preserving patients’ confidentiality, including the requirements of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Explains the legal documents that apply to end-of-life health care decisions and the ethical principles that apply to the right-to-die controversy. Identifies the core values and code of ethics as they should be applied within the medical professions.

Identifies the major causes and pathways of the stress response. Describes how worry, traumatic events, threats, and crises can cause anxiety and trauma-related disorders. Lists the characteristics of acute stress disorder and the principles of crisis intervention. Identifies the symptoms, subtypes, and treatments of PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). Discusses effective stress management strategies including resilience building, mindfulness, relaxation, cognitive behavioral therapy, and medications. Lists the methods of managing compassion fatigue in caregivers and health care professionals. Describes how the information in this course can be utilized to improve patient care outcomes across disciplines. Describes, for this course, the implications for nursing, dentistry, mental health, and other health professionals and improve patient treatment co-morbidity outcomes for occupational and physical therapy.