Education for Bipolar Adolescents
Adolescents with bipolar disorder exhibit mood swings ranging from depression to over-excitement and agitation known as mania. Treatment can help the disorder, but a bipolar student may experience special challenges in education, according to the book "Parenting a Bipolar Child," by Gianni L. Faedda, M.D., and Nancy B. Austin, Psy.D.
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Benefits
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Most bipolar adolescents have their highest functioning in the middle of the day, which coincides with traditional school hours.
Effects
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Adolescents with bipolar disorder are more likely to be late to school and experience problems with homework and sleep due to mood swings.
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Considerations
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Disclosing a bipolar diagnosis may help your adolescent receive accommodations under disability and education laws, whether a traditional or special education classroom is desired.
Benefits
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Bipolar adolescents who wish to stay in a regular classroom setting may be able to have extra breaks, more individual support, quieter test taking space and more time for tests.
Types
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Some young people with bipolar disorder may need to attend a local private school or therapeutic boarding school to achieve their maximum educational potential.
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