Author Question: Alejandra is a 13-year-old female who was diagnosed with moderate to severe bipolar disorder at 5 ... (Read 80 times)

D2AR0N · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

Alejandra is a 13-year-old female who was diagnosed with moderate to severe bipolar disorder at 5 years of age. If Alejandra follows a typical developmental course what can her parents expect as she approaches adolescence and young adulthood? Also, identify what characteristics might put Alejandra at high risk for a poor outcome.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Which disorder may include psychotic features?

a. cyclothymic disorder
b. bipolar I disorder
c. bipolar II disorder
d. dysthymic disorder

covalentbond · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

She may display periods of recovery and relapse
She may be at risk for comorbid disorders including ADHD, anxiety, substance use
She may be at high risk of negative outcomes if she shows the following: difficult temperament, psychotic features, comorbid disorders, poor adherence to treatment

Answer to Question 2

B