6.1 Give examples of medical intervention for bipolar disorder

Qualification: NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems
Unit: Unit 07 Understanding bipolar disorder
Learning outcome: 6 Understand how bipolar disorder may be managed
Assessment criteria: 6.1. Give examples of medical intervention for bipolar disorder

• Medication such as mood stabilisers may be prescribed to an individual suffering from bipolar disorder.
• An individual may be admitted to hospital in severe cases where they are assessed of their risk of harm to themselves and others.
• Electroconvulsive therapy allows an individual’s brain to be altered to lower symptoms of bipolar disorder.