The Carlat Psychiatry Podcast
Bipolar Upgrade 4: from Valproate to Functioning
Aug 28, 2023
Updates from the 2023 International Bipolar Conference: Avoiding valproate in women of childbearing age, responsibility of prescribers in relation to pregnancy and medication. Treatment updates and monitoring mood symptoms in bipolar disorder. The significance of functioning and self-management in treating bipolar disorder. Shifting from psychoeducation to cognitive remediation for bipolar disorder.
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- Valproate poses risks for women of childbearing age, caution and consideration of alternative options is necessary.
- Prioritizing functioning over symptom reduction is crucial in treating bipolar disorder to help patients achieve their best potential without over-medicating them.
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Bipolar Disorder Screening and Treatment
Screen for Bipolar Disorder using tools like the rapid mood screener or the Bipolarity Index. Additionally, consider using more lithium in treatment and moving Lourazidone up in the treatment algorithm.
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