Bipolar Disorder Teacher Resources

Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, is the focus of a short video that not only explains the various symptoms of the disorder, but also looks at causes and treatments.

High schoolers, in groups, research one of the following: Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Dissociative Identity Disorder, Schizophrenia, and any other...

To end the silence on mental illness, groups research a mental illness. They then create a scene-by-scene script, cast parts, and record a video that details the symptoms, causes, and treatment of the disorder. They also include what...

A 171-page curriculum provides educators with the information they need to help and support high schoolers' mental health. The curriculum targets five domains: learning how to maintain good mental health, learning about mental disorders...

Young entrepreneurs research and develop a Shark Tank-style pitch for a solution to help people who have a mental illness. After the presentations, research groups complete a rubric for each product and vote for the one product they feel...

Written by an organization committed to increasing public awareness of pediatric bipolar disorder, this site contains a thorough description of bipolar disorder, focusing primarily on bipolar disorder in children and adolescents....

PBS offers in-depth information about bipolar disorder including what it is, symptoms, treatments, and how you can help yourself. Includes links to many outside resources.

Very detailed description of bipolar disorder, its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Includes information on how families and individuals can get help, and on the ways in which bipolar disorder affects children and adolescents.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness provides an introduction to Bipolar Disorder, also known as Manic Depression. On this site are symptoms of Bipolar Disorder, causes, and treatment options, as well as links at the bottom of the...

This fact sheet outlines symptoms and treatments of Bipolar Disorder seen in children and adolescents. This fairly brief introduction serves as an appropriate resource for teachers and parents of children with Bipolar Disorder.

Learn about the diagnosis of bipolar disorder. [5:10]

Helen M. Farrell describes the root causes and treatments for bipolar disorder. [5:58]

Thorough overview of bipolar disorder. Includes information on symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and much more.

From the American Psychological Association's official website, here is their page on bipolar disorder. Provides a definition and information about finding help.

Encyclopedia article with health information about bipolar disorder: types, symptoms, treatments, tests, prognosis.

This lesson will identify, describe, and differentiate the primary symptom(s) for each type of the mood disorder.

What is bipolar disorder? This video covers the definition, signs and symptoms, as well as treatments for bipolar disorder. [6:47]

Facts about bipolar disorder, its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Includes information about how to get help if you have it, how to help someone else who has bipolar disorder, and how it affects those around you.

Understand bipolar disorder.

Treatment for Bipolar Disorder is a combination of medication and psychological intervention. This video explains the different forms of treatment and possible side effects. [6:55]

In order to qualify for a bipolar disorder one must have at least three of the symptoms explored in this video.

Examined are factors that increase the risks of bipolar disorder: psychological, environmental, genetic, neuro chemical, and difference in brain structure and function.