Bipolar Disorder

Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Subject Area

Health Education

Grade(s)

8, 10

Overview

This TED-Ed learning activity guides students through the explanation, possible causes, and treatment for bipolar disorder.  The word bipolar means ‘two extremes.’ For the many millions experiencing bipolar disorder around the world, life is split between two different realities: elation and depression. So what causes this disorder? And can it be treated? Helen M. Farrell describes the root causes and treatments for bipolar disorder.

The activity includes a video, multiple choice and open-ended questions, additional resources to dig deeper, and a guided discussion.

This alignment results from the ALEX Health/PE COS Resource Alignment Summit.

Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 8

HE19.8.1.5

Analyze family history to determine the effects of health conditions that may be chronic or acute diseases.

Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 10 - Health Education

HE19.HE.1.2

Describe the interrelationships of emotional, mental, physical, social, spiritual, and environmental health.

CR Resource Type

Learning Activity

Resource Provider

https://ed.ted.com

License Type

Attribution Non-Commercial No Derivatives

Accessibility

Video resources: includes closed captioning or subtitles
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