by Claire Ellerbrock, DNP, PMHNP | Jul 1, 2025 | Diagnosis/Assessment tips for treating mental disorders, Prescribing tips for treating mental disorders
Do You Know the Difference Between Bipolar I vs II? Let’s Test It. Understanding the difference between bipolar I vs II disorder is critical in clinical practice—especially when selecting appropriate treatments. This quick quiz will test your knowledge and help you...
by Claire Ellerbrock, DNP, PMHNP | Aug 5, 2024 | Diagnosis/Assessment tips for treating mental disorders
Which of the following individuals may qualify for a mental disorder? A. Partner whose spouse dies and takes a several week leave-of-absence from work due to grief B. An individual who loses their job as a result of increasing mistakes related to executive functioning...
by Claire Ellerbrock, DNP, PMHNP | May 9, 2023 | Diagnosis/Assessment tips for treating mental disorders
One of the hardest diagnoses to make as a nurse practitioner treating individuals with mental health needs is differentiating Major Depressive Disorder from Bipolar II disorder. Some of the most challenging patients I’ve encountered have been those who struggle with...