Colleen Has Been Hospitalized for Her Third Time Experiencing a Manic

question 36

Multiple Choice

Colleen has been hospitalized for her third time experiencing a manic episode. She now begins treatment involving psychological therapy, in addition to her medication treatment. The psychologist treating Colleen will most likely

• A) Attempt to train Colleen to control her energy level so it is more evenly distributed over time.
• B) Educate her about the long term consequences of her behaviour during manic episodes.
• C) Show her the relationship between her interpersonal functioning and manic episodes.
• D) Primarily encourage medication compliance.

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