In this week’s lesson we were given the opportunity to learn about the aspects of psychological disorders. According to module 13.1, “a psychological disorder is a condition characterized by abnormal thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.” Anything could possibly classify as an “abnormal” thought, feelings, or behavior. If someone is acting out of the “norm” from their perspective society or culture, it could possibly classify as a disorder. One of the top psychological disorder in America today is depression which is also associated with bipolar disorder. “Depressive disorders encompass major depressive disorder, dysthymic disorder, and bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder is included because people with this illness have depressive episodes as
