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No Supportive Evidence For The Use Of Multiple Long-Acting Antipsychotic Therapies In Patients With Schizophrenia

Article July 27, 2017

Does anyone use multiple LAI medications on one patient? Although over a third of patients with schizophrenia in the United States receive 2 or more antipsychotic medications, no combination of… Read More

Retention Of Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis After Childhood

Article April 19, 2017

Do children/adolescents diagnosed with bipolar disorder usually keep this same diagnosis as adults? In DSM-5, age is not a criterion for the diagnosis of bipolar disorder.1 A patient who experiences… Read More

DSM-5: Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis With Major Depressive Disorder

Article April 19, 2017

Can an individual suffer from both major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder at the same time or is it simply a transition from one diagnosis to the other? According to… Read More

PTSD & Trauma In Bipolar Disorder

Article April 19, 2017

What role can trauma or PTSD play in bipolar disorder diagnosis? The prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in patients with bipolar disorder is higher than in the general population.1… Read More

Rating Scales For Bipolar Disorder

Article April 19, 2017

What rating scales can be used to screen for, or assess symptoms of, bipolar disorder? Scales in bipolar disorder include screening scales such as the Mood Disorder Questionnaire (MDQ),1 which… Read More

Diet, Exercise & Sleep For Patients With Bipolar Disorder

Article April 19, 2017

What is the role of diet, exercise, or sleep for patients with bipolar disorder? A healthy diet, exercise, and good sleep habits are all essential for optimal physical and mental… Read More

Suicide Risk In Individuals With Bipolar Disorder Is Higher Than In Individuals With Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

Article December 7, 2016

QUESTION: We know that suicide risk is a major concern in those suffering from mental illnesses such as major depression. Can you discuss the risk of suicide in regard to… Read More

The 3 Top Challenges Of Treating A Patient With Bipolar Disorder

Article December 7, 2016

In your opinion, what are the 3 top challenges associated with treating a patient with bipolar disorder? Challenge 1: Nonadherence To TreatmentA top challenge in the treatment of patients with… Read More

The Pros & Cons Of Treatment Guidelines For Bipolar Disorder

Article December 7, 2016

Can you describe some of the pros and cons of treatment guidelines? Treatment guidelines are useful in that they can identify evidence-based interventions and highlight their value over less proven… Read More

Residual Symptoms Are Strong Predictor Of Relapse In Patients With Bipolar Disorder

Article December 7, 2016

What role do unresolved symptoms play in the risk of relapse for patients with bipolar disorder? Residual affective symptoms are, unfortunately, common in patients with bipolar disorder and can greatly… Read More

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