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New Developments in Bipolar Disorder
Research is ongoing to study the chemical imbalances in the brain to better understand how this contributes to the development of bipolar disorder.
Research is ongoing to develop improved methods for identifying patients with bipolar disorder who are at high risk for suicide in an effort to prevent the tragic consequences associated with bipolar-associated suicide.
Child and family-focused cognitive behavioral therapy programs are being evaluated for the management of children with bipolar disorder.
The genetics of bipolar disorder continues to be an area of active research. The goal of this research is to develop improved methods for the diagnosis and treatment of bipolar disorder.
Research is ongoing to develop optimal management strategies for bipolar disorder during pregnancy and the postpartum period.
Development of optimal management strategies for children and adolescents with bipolar disorder continues to be an area of active research.
Researchers are investigating improved methods for differentiating between children and adolescents with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and those with bipolar disorder.
Research is ongoing to more accurately identify the clinical differences between patients with bipolar II depression and those with unipolar major depressive disorder.
Improving the quality of life of patients with bipolar disorder continues to be a major focus of research.
