No: Occupational therapists are trained in mangagement of upper extremity or arm problems. They also assist patients with functional transfers (bathroom) and activities of daily living. A behavioral therapist or psychologist would be more appropriate for a patient with bipolar disroder.
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Depends : Bipolar disorder as usually depicted, is not helped with ot. If the bipolar is the result of brain injury, then ot may help.
Answered 8/18/2015
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Bipolar: Ot helps learn social skills & boost self-esteem & self-worth.
Answered 7/10/2012
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