Course Code: REL-BHC-0-ITBDY
Hours: 1.25
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Discuss the key symptoms, prevalence, and etiology of bipolar and related disorders and the impact these disorders have on a child or adolescent’s functioning.
Describe diagnostic challenges that arise when differentiating between bipolar and related disorders and other behavioral disorders.
Indicate the pharmacological and psychosocial interventions for bipolar and related disorders.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: An Overview of Bipolar and Related Disorders
Understanding Bipolar Disorder in Youth
Etiology and Consequences of Early-Onset Bipolar Disorder
Review
Summary
Section 3: Diagnostic Challenges
Diagnostic Challenges in Children and Young Adolescents
Assessment
Differential Diagnosis and Comorbidities
Review
Summary
Section 4: Treating Bipolar and Related Disorders
Pharmacological Treatment
Psychosocial Interventions
Review
Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Bridgett Ross, PsyD
Bridgett Ross, Psy.D. received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Philosophy from Boston College and then her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University. She is a licensed psychologist in California and was in private practice for 13 years treating various issues including trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, grief/loss, and issues around self-concept, identity, and attachment. Having supervised pre-licensed and licensed clinicians, she maintains an interest in professional issues in the field of psychology. Dr. Ross’ training and work history include Children’s Hospital Chadwick Center for Children and Families, Kaiser Permanente, Alvarado Parkway Institute, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, which informed her focus on providing evidence-based trauma treatment to diverse populations.
Reviewer: Johnny J. Bethea, II, RPh
Johnny received a B.S. Pharmacy degree from the College of Pharmacy at the Medical University of South Carolina. He has earned certificates in Medication Therapy Management, Injectable Medications, and Asthma Therapy Management. At Relias, Johnny serves as a Partner in Behavioral Health Solutions, where duties include serving on Clinical Analytics and Applications Team, developing algorithms to improve clinical outcomes, engineering clinical consultant, SME, writer, and editor. In addition, he has served on the Executive Board of Directors for CMHCs and other medical organizations, pharmacy manager, APPE Preceptor, and college of pharmacy dean’s advisory council.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Alcohol and Drug Counselors; Beginner level Social Workers; Marriage and Family Therapists; Nurses; Professional Counselors; Psychologists; in the following settings: Health and Human Services.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.