Putting People First in Mental Health
There’s no question that mood shifts are a part of life. We all experience what it’s like to go from being happy to feeling sad, and the other way around. But for the millions of people living with bipolar disorder (BD), these shifts can be intense, jarring swings between deeply depressive states and episodes of mania. Untreated, the disorder can make even daily tasks seem impossible. But with the right care, BD can be successfully managed, allowing those navigating its challenges to thrive.
So how can we recognize whether someone is experiencing the onset of this serious mental health condition? What should we know about the different types of bipolar disorder? And what does effective treatment look like?
In this previously recorded session, Kirsten W. Bolton, LICSW, discusses the various forms of bipolar disorder, shares tips for identifying manic and depressive episodes, and answers questions about effective treatment methods and additional supports for someone living with BD.
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Harvard Medical School
Joseph B. Martin Conference Center
77 Avenue Louis Pasteur
Boston, MA 02115
Since 2008, Kirsten W. Bolton, LICSW, has been working with patients and their families in McLean’s Division of Psychotic Disorders. A graduate of Simmons College, Ms. Bolton began her work at McLean as a clinical social worker in the Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder Inpatient Program.
Previously, Ms. Bolton was program director of McLean OnTrackTM, a first episode psychosis program for young adults. She is now the program director of Appleton, a residential treatment program that supports individuals who struggle with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder or who experience psychosis.
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