The nurse knows that which factors can interact with individual biology to create recurrences of bipolar illness? Select all that apply
1. Disruption in social rhythms
2. Adequate family functioning
3. Social support from peers and family
4. Availability of someone to speak with
5. Nonadherence with medication regimen
Answer: 1, 5
Explanation: Psychosocial factors that interact with biology and create recurrences of bipolar illness include stressful life events, disruption in social rhythms, and medication nonadherence. Other factors that may aid in mood disturbance persistence include lack of social supports (including having someone to talk with), poor family functioning, and functional impairment.
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