Bipolar Checklist with Strategy Locator
Suggested educational strategies/modifications are listed for each Bipolar issue.
This does not suggest that there aren’t other strategies that might be considered.
Here are the thirty two issues related to Bipolar Disorder that are addressed by the
Bipolar Checklist with Strategy Locator.
Medication Issues
Inability to Awaken
Overheated and Dehydrated from Physical Exertion
Embarrassed When Participating in Team Sports
Fluctuations in Energy and Motivation
Difficulty Concentrating and Remembering Assignments
Difficulty Reading and Comprehending
Difficulty Understanding Complex, Multi-Step Directions
Difficulty Answering Written Questions within a Designated Time Frame
Difficulty Understanding Complex or Muiti-Part Questions on a Written Test
Difficulty Writing
Embarrassed When Speaking in Front of Others
Sensation or Risk Seeking Episodes
Psychotic Symptoms or Distortions of Perception
Inappropriate Elated Mood & Behavior
Episodes of Inattention & Distractibility
Episodes of Restless Attention & Agitation
Episodes of Overwhelming Emotion
Episodes of Impulsivity & Impaired Judgment
Manic Episodes of Grandiosity
Self-Centeredness & Combative Behaviors
Episodes of Hyper-sexuality
Poor Social Skills or Relationships With Peers
Fluctuation in Energy & Emotion
Episodes of Tearfulness and Crying at School
Episodes of Frustration and/or Rages At School
Too Overwhelmed By Anxiety or Emotional Status To Attend School
Experiences Loss of Control that Endangers Self, Others or Property
Suicidal Thinking & Morbid Thoughts
Constant Talking