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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 (other than your textbook) cited in APA style to support your answer.

You may also research the psychological disorders, by reviewing an electronic version of the DSM-5 in CTU's library. For more information on accessing the DSM-5 in the library please review How to Access DSM-5 and/or watch this video.