Bipolar Disorder
Pearls
Valproate-induced hair loss: What to tell patients
Teach patients that certain supplements and lifestyle changes may reduce this usually temporary side effect
Conference Coverage
Treating Bipolar Depression Depends on Evidence, Judgment
Evidence-Based Reviews
Beyond lithium: Using psychotherapy to reduce suicide risk in bipolar disorder
Novel approach teaches patients to ‘disown’ suicidal thoughts, internalize future
Cases That Test Your Skills
A curious case of depression
Mr. Z, age 61, has a history of bipolar I disorder and presents with worsening depression, fatigue, thrombocytopenia, and a rash. What is...
News
Off-Label Use of Atypical Antipsychotics Minimally Effective
Major Finding: Three atypical antipsychotic drugs are minimally effective for dementia, one is effective for generalized anxiety disorder, and one...
News
Opioid use disorder during pregnancy
Opioid use disorder (OUD) during pregnancy is among the most difficult clinical scenarios to manage. The prevalence of OUD during pregnancy is...
News
Does a Bipolar Disorder and Intelligence Link Matter?
News
Program Strikes Early at Major Psychiatric Disorders
Major Finding: Therapeutic intervention for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder is most effective when done early and...
Conference Coverage
Inflammatory Cause of Bipolar Disorder Suggests New Treatments
Conference Coverage
Functional Training Helps Patients With Bipolar Disorder
Major Finding: A 21-week program of functional remediation for patients with bipolar disorder significantly improved psychosocial functioning at 6...