The Ups and Downs of Bipolar Disorder

Max points: 5 Type: Podcast

Psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Binus and PA Jonathan Edens unpack bipolar disorder: DSM criteria, the DIG FAST mnemonic, common misdiagnoses, genetic/medical triggers, and suicide risk. They compare medications with holistic strategies—sleep structure, exercise, substance avoidance, stress/trauma work, and bright-light therapy—offering practical, hopeful guidance for patients and families.

Channel: Beautiful Minds Wellness Duration: 0:42:36

Questions

1. Which condition was highlighted as a common source of misdiagnosis or overlap with bipolar disorder?

Autism spectrum disorder Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder Borderline personality disorder Dementia

2. According to the DSM criteria discussed, how long must symptoms last to qualify as a manic vs. hypomanic episode?

Mania 3 days; hypomania 1 day Mania 1 week; hypomania 4 days Mania 10 days; hypomania 5 days Mania 2 weeks; hypomania 1 week

3. Which non-pharmacologic treatment was reported to help bipolar depression when used in early afternoon sessions?

Dark therapy with blue-blockers Transcranial magnetic stimulation Bright light therapy Electroconvulsive therapy

4. What key feature differentiates bipolar disorder from unipolar depression in diagnosis?

Seasonal mood changes Presence of manic episodes History of trauma Presence of panic attacks

5. Which description best matches the ‘decreased need for sleep' seen in mania?

Difficulty falling asleep despite tiredness Normal sleep with frequent awakenings Sleeping less and feeling exhausted Sleeping less yet feeling rested and energetic

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