Bipolar disorder typically develops in late adolescence or early adulthood. According to the NIMH about 5.7 million American adults have bipolar disorder in any given year. Today's newsletter
focuses on issues related to this disabling and chronic condition.
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Regards,
Jack
John L. Miller, MD
1. MEDSCAPE New Findings in Childhood Bipolar Disorder
Good practice would dictate the need to think of bipolar disorder as a possible diagnosis when faced with treatment-resistant depression. http://cme.medscape.com/viewarticle/577360
2. PSYCHIATRY MCC More than Medication: Achieving Psychotherapy Goals in Patients with Bipolar Disorder in Challenging Settings
This includes a case study that illustrates the challenges of managing a recently diagnosed college graduate student with bipolar disorder. http://psychiatrymmc.com/displayArticle.cfm?articleID=article129
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3. PRIMARY CARE COMPANION Childhood Bipolar Disorder: A Clinical Vignette
This article describes an 11-year-old patient with bipolar disorder and summarizes related treatment issues and options. (Complimentary registration required.)
4. CURRENT PSYCHIATRY ONLINE ADHD or Bipolar Disorder? Age-specific Manic Symptoms Are Key
When differentiating between ADHD and bipolar disorder in children, remain focused on both diagnoses' core symptoms. (Complimentary registration required.)
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