Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar Disorder, characterized by mood swings from manic highs to depressive lows, is a complex psychiatric condition that requires nuanced understanding and care. The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry offers in-depth insights into bipolar disorder, from diagnostic challenges to evidence-based treatment strategies. Our expert editors ensure that content is comprehensive, relevant, and cutting-edge, providing psychiatrists with the tools they need to offer holistic care to those living with this challenging condition.

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Recently published articles about Bipolar Disorder

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Educational Activity

January 7, 2020

Guidelines lay out strategies for maintenance treatment of bipolar I disorder, with an algorithm for pharmacologic and psychosocial interventions. Dr Suppes describes guideline recommendations and situations when you might...
JCP
Educational Activity

December 31, 2019

When should you rely on top-ranked treatment options for acute bipolar mania, and when should you skip down to lower-ranked options? In this brief CME activity, expert Dr Suppes...
PCC
Meta-Analysis

December 19, 2019

Patients with severe mental illness tend to have a higher prevalence of metabolic disorders. This review updates the current evidence on the effectiveness of add-on medications to treat weight...
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JCP
Original Research

October 29, 2019

Since 2013, when DSM-5 was published, a third of the patients previously diagnosed with bipolar disorder no longer qualify as having the disorder. So what does this say about...
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PCC
Case Report

September 12, 2019

Family history plays an important role in bipolar disorder, with apparent polygenic interactions. This case report highlights the importance of monitoring family members of patients with bipolar disorder as...
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PCC
Case Report

April 11, 2019

Is there an association between bipolar disorder and Arnold-Chiari malformation? Read this informative case report to find out.
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JCP
Meta-Analysis

April 2, 2019

The prevalence of pediatric bipolar disorder is an ongoing topic of debate, and the body of research has grown in recent years. Read this article to learn about current...
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JCP
Article

March 12, 2019

What are some risk factors for (and protective factors against) sexually transmitted infections among adolescents and young adults with bipolar disorder?
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JCP
Educational Activity

February 20, 2019

Children whose bipolar disorder is inadequately treated often grow into adults who are unable to manage their illness. Read this new Brief Report to discover the most effective treatment...
JCP
Educational Activity

February 20, 2019

At least half of the cases of bipolar disorder begin in childhood or adolescence. How do you decide whether a young patient's symptoms indicate bipolar disorder? Read this CME...
PCC
Article

December 6, 2018

Metabolic syndrome is highly prevalent in patients with bipolar disorder. The authors of this study characterize the prevalence of metabolic syndrome among Dutch patients with bipolar disorder, identify factors...
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JCP
Original Research

December 4, 2018

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and antioxidative treatments have shown antidepressant potential as adjunct treatments. Read this article to learn if adjunctive treatment with the antioxidative agent N-acetylcysteine, the NSAID...
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