Find A Current Event Or Story From A TV Show News

Find A Current Event Eg Story From a Television Show News Report

Find a current event (e.g., story from a television show, news report, or social media, etc.) related to one of the topics below. · Mental health disorder (e.g., Autism, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Bipolar, Anxiety, PTSD, Schizophrenia, etc.). · Substance use disorder (e.g., alcohol, prescription medications, street drugs, etc.). In your discussion post, 300 words · Share the link to the current event at the top of your post (Note: it MUST be a link your classmates can open and view). · Summarize the current event; include the wording used by the author to describe the mental or substance use disorder. · Discuss the back story of the person(s) involved in the event (e.g., medical history, life-altering event, trauma, etc.) as described by the source. · Discuss any social, physical, and/or psychological behaviors that are normally associated with the disorder described; include any unique life stressors (e.g., relationships, employment, housing, life event, etc.) that may have contributed to the event. · Prepare an APA-formatted reference at the end of your initial discussion post for the source.

Paper For Above instruction

In recent news, a television report highlighted the case of Mark, a young adult diagnosed with bipolar disorder, who experienced a severe mood episode linked to his mental health condition. The report described Mark’s state as "an episode of manic agitation," emphasizing the volatility and intensity typical of bipolar disorder. This event garnered attention as it underscored the challenges faced by individuals managing this complex condition in their daily lives.

The backstory reveals that Mark had a history of mood swings dating back several years, with episodes often triggered by stressful life events. His prior diagnoses included depression, and he struggled with maintaining stable employment and relationships, partly due to his fluctuating mood states. Trauma from a recent breakup appeared to have acted as a significant stressor, precipitating the episode. The report described Mark’s behaviors as hyperactivity, impulsivity, and reckless decision-making, characteristic of manic episodes, alongside periods of deep depression. These behaviors are commonly associated with bipolar disorder, which involves alternating periods of depression and mania, affecting cognitive function and emotional regulation.

Social stressors such as unstable housing and employment difficulties, compounded by psychological stress from personal relationships, appeared to contribute to the episode. Physically, Mark exhibited signs of agitation, sleep disturbance, and increased energy levels, which are typical in manic phases. The report also noted a lack of adequate mental health support, emphasizing the importance of ongoing treatment and social support systems for individuals with bipolar disorder. Overall, the case highlights the complex interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors involved in bipolar disorder management, demonstrating the need for comprehensive care approaches.

References

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  • National Institute of Mental Health. (2023). Bipolar disorder. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/bipolar-disorder
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