Tag: Bipolar Affective Disorder
Lithium’s Risk to Fetus May Be Lower Than Previously Thought
Increased risk of cardiac defects seen, but magnitude of effect smaller than previously postulated
Late Teen Emotional Stability Inversely Tied to Mental Illness
With unique U-shaped association seen for bipolar disorder and social maturity
MRI May Help ID Suicide Risk in Young Bipolar Patients
Specific differences found in the brains of those who attempt suicide and those who do not
Some Antihypertensives Linked to Depression, Bipolar Risk
Research suggests possible differential effects of antihypertensive medications on mood
Six Years Average Time Between Onset and Diagnosis of Bipolar
Many patients have disruptive symptoms for many years before they receive proper treatment
Antimicrobial Rx Up With Hospitalization for Acute Mania
Increased rate of recent antimicrobial prescription for individuals hospitalized with acute mania
Fewer Self-Injury Events With Lithium for Bipolar Disorder
Patients on one of the alternative mood stabilizers were 40 percent more likely to harm themselves
Antidepressant Tx Increases Subsequent Mania/Bipolar Risk
Significant association for SSRIs, venlafaxine in unipolar depression
Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Play Role in Bipolar Disorder
Researchers hope to learn whether they can benefit patients with the mental illness
Lithium Safe, Effective for Bipolar I Disorder in Children
The drug is well-tolerated in pediatric patients, reduces manic symptoms
