A female client who has had bipolar disorder for several years decides to stop all of her medications because she is tired of the side effects.She also cancels all appointments with her therapist,stating that it is just too difficult to plan the visits in her hectic schedule.This client is considered:

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Noncompliance occurs with many individuals with mental health disorders because of the ways the side effects of the medication affect an individual as well as other factors.It is important to work with clients to prevent noncompliance.Depression,anxiety disorder,and obsessive-compulsive tendencies are not indicated in the situation described.

A Female Client Who Has Had Bipolar Disorder for Several