Hot Topics In Bipolar: Reasons For The Elevated Risk Of Suicide In Patients Diagnosed With Bipolar I Disorder
Dr. Mauricio Tohen addresses current and relevant clinical questions relating to bipolar disorder. These questions and Dr. Tohen’s responses have been recorded and will be released as short videos every month.
“What are some reasons for the elevated risk of suicide in patients diagnosed with bipolar I disorder?”
Mauricio Tohen, MD, DrPH, MBA
Chairman, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Distinguished University Professor, University of New Mexico
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If you or someone you know is in crisis,
call 988 or the Suicide Prevention Hotline/Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK(8255)
or text the Crisis Text Line 741-741
Mauricio Tohen, MD is a paid consultant of Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. (OPDC)
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