Bipolar disorder

INSTRUCTIONS: The novel relates to Terri Cheney’s experience in coping with bipolar disorder. The overall story exemplifies the importance of increasing your understanding of mental illness and the personal struggles one may encounter. Please remember this is only one person’s experience as everyone is unique with specific backgrounds, support, and opportunities. You will read and analyze this novel and include the following information In general, your paper will highlight how the symptoms of bipolar disorder are expressed in the main character’s behavior and your reaction to her experiences. You will include the following in your critique: o Describe the behavior that reflects at least two different types of manic symptoms related to bipolar disorder. First list at least four manic symptoms from the DSM-5. Then look for two of those symptoms that are reflected in the behavior of the main character. Fully describe how you think her specific behavior relates to the two different manic symptoms you chose. Make sure the behavior and symptoms you describe relate to at least two different situations. You should also describe the following: duration and/or intensity of the symptom/behavior; was the behavior observed by anyone else in the immediate environment and how others reacted to her behavior in general. 35pts. (approx. one page). 0 Describe at least one suicide attempt. Make sure you discuss: a) What you think led up to the attempt; b) What her intention was or what she hoped to accomplish with suicide: c) How she felt after the attempt. 30pts. (approx. ‘/4 pages). O Besides her father, who else do you think was the most influential in Terri’s life? Why and how (Choose only two different individuals (do not include her father) who were most influential to discuss)? 35 pts (approx. one page). o, Identify the types (at least two) of mental health support she received and identify how she responded to treatment. 20 pts (approx. 1/2 page) you must fully answer this question. Be thoughtful and specific. What do you think are Terri’s character strengths? What are some of the life challenges she experiences besides her mental illness? (Describe two specific social/cultural issues she faced or had difficulty understanding during her lifetime and how she handled it.) 25pts. (approx. 1/2 page) O What did you find most interesting and/or educational about this book? In other words, what did you learn? 20 pts (approx. 1/2 page) o Identify at least two questions that may have come to mind as you read this book… it is not necessary to answer them and make sure to edit your writing for spelling and grammar. 15pts Paper Format: TOTAL POINTS = 180 The paper should be typed, double-spaced, and approximately five to seven pages in length. You will be penalized for using quotes and not meeting the required minimum. DO NOT USE QUOTES.