
When Bipolar and ADHD Overlap: Diagnosis
The Carlat Psychiatry Podcast
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Diagnosing ADHD in Adults with Bipolar Disorder: A Step-by-Step Approach
This chapter outlines a detailed five-step guide for diagnosing ADHD in adults who show signs of bipolar disorder. It highlights the necessity of addressing mood episodes first, assessing childhood ADHD, and using structured interviews for accurate diagnosis, while also discussing the complexities of treatment when ADHD coexists with bipolar symptoms.
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