Depressive and bipolar disorders are estimated to affect more than 400 million people around the globe. Although treatments are available, most people who are affected by these disorders are not properly diagnosed or treated. This course provides a review of common depressive and bipolar disorders, including dysthymic disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, peripartum depressive disorder, as well as bipolar type I disorder, bipolar type II disorder, and cyclothymic disorder. In addition, the course presents the diagnostic criteria, demographics, contributing factors, and treatments for each disorder.


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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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1个视频7篇阅读材料
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个视频8篇阅读材料3个作业
Diagnostic criteria and worldwide prevalence for depressive and bipolar disorders are discussed.
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7篇阅读材料3个作业
Biological contributing factors, such as genetics, epigenetics, and neurobiological factors, for depressive and bipolar disorders are discussed.
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4个视频9篇阅读材料3个作业
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篇阅读材料3个作业
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篇阅读材料3个作业
Demographics, risk factors, and preventive treatments for depressive and bipolar disorders are discussed.
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1个视频11篇阅读材料3个作业
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篇阅读材料14个作业
This module contains a cumulative quiz.
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1个作业
This module contains a glossary, course references and a list of contributors to the course.
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3篇阅读材料
This module provides a variety of information and tools from the American Psychological Association (APA) that will help inspire you as you complete your coursework and plan your career goals. Explore APA resources on various psychological issues and scholarly research and writing; a list of sites providing valuable resources on diversity, equity, and inclusion in psychology education and in the professional community; resources on a career in psychology; and links to career opportunities at the APA.
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8篇阅读材料
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已于 Dec 11, 2024审阅
the course neglects a little the priority of psychotherapy in general and other psychological therapies like psychodynamic therapy
已于 May 6, 2025审阅
Detailed information provided which is very helpful. However, there exists redundancy in modules and includes a lot of readings.
已于 Apr 10, 2025审阅
Great way to learn about Depressive and Bipolar disorders.
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