Full Description
Based on over ten years' worth of research and study, this book presents the most up-to-date information on the principles and practice of treating bipolar illness.
Contents
Contents: I. Introduction * II. Phenomenology of Untreated Course of Illness * III. Pharmacology and Neurobiology of Bipolar Illness * IV. Response to Mood Stabilizers * V. Other Anticonvulsants * VI. Calcium Channel Blockers * VII. Antidepressants * VIII. Benzodiazepines * IX. Antipsychotics * X. Complex Combination Therapy * XI. Electroconvulsive Therapy * XII. Other Somatic Treatments * XIII. Dietary and Other Supplements * XIV. Illness Complications and Comorbidity * XV. Childhood Onset of Bipolar Illness * XVI. Conclusion * XVII. Appendices
