Bipolar Disorder Archives - Page 23 of 30

The Difficult Lives Of Individuals With Bipolar Disorder: A Review Of Functional Outcomes & Their Implications For Treatment

Article May 17, 2017

Key Messages Despite receiving treatment focused on resolving manic or depressive symptoms, many patients with bipolar disorder (BD) may still demonstrate impaired psychosocial functioning. The ability to fulfill expectations at… Read More

Epidemiology Of DSM-5 Bipolar I Disorder: Results From The National Epidemiologic Survey On Alcohol & Related Conditions – III

Article May 17, 2017

Key Messages When measured using diagnostic criteria from the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-Fifth Edition, the prevalence of bipolar I disorder (BD I) was similar to previous estimates… Read More

Role Of The Caregiver In The Overall Treatment Plan

Interview May 17, 2017

In this interview Raslann Nizar, MD, Medical Director at the Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program and Vice Chairman of the Psychiatry Department at St Joseph’s Hospital in Syracuse, NY, talks about… Read More

Cognitive Functions In Bipolar Manic, Depressed & Remission Episodes

Article May 11, 2017

Key Messages This study evaluated cognitive function in men with bipolar disorder (BD) during mood disorder episodes and remission compared with healthy control participants. Using various assessment tools, the investigators… Read More

The Presentation, Recognition & Management Of Bipolar Depression In Primary Care

Article May 11, 2017

Key Messages Depressive symptoms in patients with bipolar disorder (BD) may initially be misdiagnosed as major depressive disorder (MDD). While patients with BD may experience distinct episodes of depression, mania,… Read More

Mental Health Awareness Month 2017 – Joseph Goldberg, MD

Interview May 8, 2017

In this series of interviews, PsychU supporters and section editors discuss Mental Health Awareness Month and how the community can combat stigma together. Read More

Mental Health Awareness Month 2017 – Mauricio Tohen, MD, DrPH, MBA

Interview May 8, 2017

In this series of interviews, PsychU supporters and section editors discuss Mental Health Awareness Month and how the community can combat stigma together. Read More

Introduction To Bipolar Disorder

Interview May 3, 2017

Dr. Samantha Sweeney provides a brief overview of bipolar disorder. Key points include the definition, cause, diagnosis, and treatment of bipolar disorder. Read More

Finding Mental Health That Fits Your Cultural Background

Downloadable Resource April 21, 2017

This infographic, created by the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI), provides an overview of cultural background and competence, and then discusses tips for finding a culturally competent mental health… Read More

Dual Diagnosis Fact Sheet

Downloadable Resource April 20, 2017

This fact sheet, created by the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI), provides an overview of dual diagnosis (for mental illness and substance abuse disorders), its prevalence, symptoms, and potential… Read More

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