Problem
A. Many people with bipolar disorder demonstrate poor insight during manic episodes. How might the experience of a manic episode be reinforcing, and what are the implications for treatment?
B. Why might bipolar disorder confer a higher risk for suicide than major depression?
C. What are some of the possible explanations for postpartum onset of depression, in both mothers and fathers?
D. Share your perception of electronic convulsive therapy (ECT) and where those perceptions originated.
E. Based on your answer to (D), share how the actual practice of ECT may be similar to, and different from, their preconceived notions.