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
Original Research
Reducing Anticholinergic Burden in SMI
November 21, 2017
Anticholinergic medications, which are often taken by individuals with schizophrenia to counter antipsychotic-induced extrapyramidal symptoms, can themselves cause burdensome side effects. Read this article to learn the results of...
Original Research
Preventive Effects of Lamotrigine in Bipolar II Versus Bipolar I Disorder
October 25, 2017
Most studies to date have focused on the effects of mood stabilizers in bipolar I patients. This postmarketing surveillance study examines whether lamotrigine better prevents episodes in those with...
Article
Patient Characteristics With Antipsychotic Treatment
June 1, 2017
How does lurasidone compare to other atypical antipsychotics for treatment of bipolar disorder? This study assessed background characteristics, comorbidities, prior health care utilization, and costs for patients with bipolar...
Original Research
Cortical-Subcortical Dissociation in Bipolar Disorder
May 24, 2017
Cortical-subcortical imbalance could be a trait-related pathogenic factor of bipolar disorder. Find out if the purported cortical-subcortical dissociation was detected by degree centrality, a robust index of focal connectivity...
