Depressive Disorders

Select 1 of the following Bipolar and related disorders:

Bipolar I Disorder

Bipolar II Disorder

Cyclothymic Disorder

Provide the following details about the disorder:

Discuss the history of the disorder. When did it officially become a disorder? What changes to the criteria or treatment of this disorder have occurred since it’s become a DSM diagnosis?

What are some of the symptoms?
What would this disorder look like in person? Make sure you relate this back to the DSM criteria.

Prevalence in the U.S. population

Your perception of potential impact on workplace performance

Discuss one type of treatment approach that has been shown to be successful in treating the disorder you selected.

Long-term prognosis (i.e., can it get better?)

Provide 1-2 sources cited in APA format, 600 words