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Informationen zum Autor Lakshmi N. Yatham Department of Psychiatry, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada Mario Maj Department of Psychiatry, University of Naples SUN, Naples, Italy Klappentext Bipolar disorder is the most complex psychiatric disorder with different types of mood episodes, subtypes, varied course, and significant co-morbidity. Not surprisingly, this complexity poses unique challenges to clinicians for optimal management of those with bipolar disorder.There has been an explosion of research into the causes and treatment of this condition over the past two decades. It is a daunting task for a practising clinician to make sense of this research and to remain up to date with progress in the understanding of the neurobiology and treatment of bipolar disorder. This book synthesizes and translates the vast array of research knowledge into information that is clinically relevant and meaningful for a clinician.The book provides a comprehensive, yet focused, reference work on bipolar disorder for both trainees and practising psychiatrists. The two editors are leaders in the field who have published extensively on bipolar disorder. They have assembled a team of experts from around the world: in many instances, chapters are co-authored by people from different continents, bringing a truly international perspective to this important topic. The book covers the basic science of the pathology underlying bipolar disorder but addresses the clinical aspects of the disease throughout.The book comprises four sections:* Descriptive Aspects--issues ranging from how the concept of bipolar disorder has evolved over the years to new information about neurocognitive impairment, creativity and economic productivity, and to discussion of the deliberations of the DSM-V committee on changes in diagnostic categories and criteria.* Biology--the contribution of genes to this disorder, changes in circadian rhythms, what we know about brain changes and the role of oxidative stress.* Biological Treatment and Psychosocial Treatment-- all the latest information about pharmacological and psychological treatments and the optimal management of this condition.If you want to provide state-of-the-art care to your bipolar patients, be sure to consult this authoritative reference. Zusammenfassung * Strong emphasis on the clinical relevance throughout * Reviews the latest biological advances and puts them into the context of clinical application * International perspective with contributors from around the globe and edited by two of the leading experts from North America and Europe . Inhaltsverzeichnis Preface. List of Contributors. 1 From Mania to Bipolar Disorder ( David Healy ). 2 Clinical Features and Subtypes of Bipolar Disorder ( Fred K. Goodwin and D.Z. Lieberman ). 3 The Long-Term Course and Clinical Management of Bipolar I and Bipolar II Disorders ( Lewis L. Judd and Pamela J. Schettler ). 4 Comorbidity in Bipolar Disorder: A Focus on Addiction and Anxiety Disorders (Mark A. Frye and Giulio Perugi). 5 DSM-V Perspectives on Classification of Bipolar Disorder ( Jan Fawcett ). 6 Update on the Epidemiology of Bipolar Disorder ( Kathleen R. Merikangas and Tracy L. Peters ). 7 Suicide and Bipolar Disorder ( Zoltan Rihmer and Jan Fawcett ). 8 Neurocognition in Bipolar Disorder (Ivan J. Torres and Gin S. Malhi). 9 The Genius-Insanity Debate: Focus on Bipolarity, Temperament, Creativity and Leadership ( Hagop S. Akiskal and Kareen K. Akiskal ). 10 Economics of Bipolar Disorder ( R. Sabes-Figuera, D. Razzouk and Paul E. McCrone ). 11 An Introduction to the Neurobiology of Bipolar Illness Onset, Recurrence and Progression ( Robert M. Post and Marcia Kauer-Sant.A nna). 12 Genetics of Bipolar Disorder ( Falk W. Loho...
