Evidence that changes the way you practice Bipolar Disorder: Mania and depression explained

K. Outhoff

doi:10.4102/safp.v58i3.4505

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Evidence that changes the way you practice Bipolar Disorder: Mania and depression explained

K. Outhoff

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K. Outhoff, Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa

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Abstract

Bipolar Disorder (BD) is characterised by alternating discrete episodes of depression and mania.¹ Rational pharmacotherapy necessitates an appreciation of these different phases and of the possible underlying pathophysiology. A greater understanding of the pathogenesis of BD has boosted awareness of how anti-bipolar drugs work, and vice versa.² This bidirectional relationship has amplified knowledge in both disciplines.

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bipolar disorder; mania; depression

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