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Pediatric Bipolar Depression

 Discussion:                         Pediatric Bipolar Depression                         Disorder DebateSome debate in the literature exists specific to whether or not bipolar disorder can be diagnosed in childhood. While some have anecdotally argued that it is not possible for children to develop bipolar disorder (as normal features of childhood confound the diagnosis), other sources argue that pediatric bipolar disorder is a fact.In […]

Compare the use of cognitive behavioral therapy for groups to cognitive behavioral therapy for families

 Discussion: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy:                            Group Settings Versus Family SettingsAs you might recall from previous lecture, there are significant differences in the applications of cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) for families and individuals. The same is true for CBT in group settings and CBT in family settings. In your role as Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), […]

Discuss and provide 2 specific ways Early Conceptualization About Nursing Theory can be applied to advanced practice nursing.

1- Discuss  and provide 2 specific ways Early Conceptualization About Nursing Theory can be applied to advanced practice nursing. Identify one MSN Essential that most relates to this particular topic.    *Under the Class Resources tab, students will find the MSN Essentials which help to guide and shape graduate nursing education. Select 1 of these […]

Why is a philosophy of science important to nursing? Provide examples from your clinical practice that demonstrate how the scientific method influences nursing knowledge, and in turn, practice?

1-Why is a philosophy of science important to nursing? Provide examples from your clinical practice that demonstrate how the scientific method influences nursing knowledge, and in turn, practice? (Essentials I, III, VI, VIII and IX) -The initial post will be regarding the topic of the week and will be a minimum of 250 words. Make […]