American Psychological Association

Depressive and Bipolar Disorders

Andrew T Stull

Instructor: Andrew T Stull

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Taught in English

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There are 11 modules in this course

This module introduces you to your PsycLearn Essentials course. Find out what’s included in this course and how to navigate the modules and lessons. You’ll also learn valuable study tips for successful learning.

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3 videos7 readings

Depressive and bipolar disorders are types of mood disorders. Though they are different in many ways, the major symptom of depressive and bipolar disorders is altered mood.

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1 video8 readings3 assignments

Diagnostic criteria and worldwide prevalence for depressive and bipolar disorders are discussed.

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7 readings3 assignments

Biological contributing factors, such as genetics, epigenetics, and neurobiological factors, for depressive and bipolar disorders are discussed.

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4 videos9 readings3 assignments

Psychological contributing factors, such as helplessness and hopelessness, and environmental conditions, such as childhood trauma, poverty, prejudice, and discrimination, are discussed for depressive and bipolar disorders.

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3 readings3 assignments

Biological, such as pharmacotherapy and brain stimulation, and psychological, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, treatments for depressive and bipolar disorders are discussed. This module also explores integrated approaches that combine biological and psychological treatments.

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10 readings3 assignments

Demographics, risk factors, and preventive treatments for depressive and bipolar disorders are discussed.

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1 video11 readings3 assignments

This final content module brings all of the previous course material together and gives you material to review and questions for you to use to assess your learning.

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27 readings14 assignments

This module contains a cumulative quiz.

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1 assignment

This module contains a glossary, course references and a list of contributors to the course.

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3 readings

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8 readings

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Andrew T Stull
American Psychological Association
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