Therapy Progress Note on Bipolar Disorder

Therapy Progress Note
Client’s Name: XXXXX
Diagnosis: Bipolar Disorder
Patient XXXXX reported that she was experiencing symptoms of anxiety. The patient was in the midst of her mid-terms and final exams, and her upcoming requirements have caused her to experience severe anxiety about her exams and her future at the same time. The patient reported that she fears that this could hinder or affect her job, although her observation about herself suggests that she becomes more motivated when working under pressure. Regarding her family, the patient noted that they were experiencing some financial difficulties, which added to the anxiety that she has been feeling. The patient's symptoms and anxiousness in seeking help also seemed to be exacerbated by her work. She noted that as her work entails interviewing individuals, which includes those with PTSD, Depression, and Bipolar Disorder, she was influenced by the stigma and prejudice that others have toward those who are experiencing the same. Nonetheless, the patient seemed to be getting better and believed that her symptoms would be much better if she could go back to school by then.
The patient seemed to be more anxious about the tasks and goals that she has in life. Although this is understandable and healthy since anxiousness helps keep her motivated, her prolonged anxiety may become exhausting. Additionally, the patient reported that she had been experiencing symptoms of "restlessness and sleeping a lot and manic highs and manic lows." She observed that she becomes very hyper in most instances when she is manic...