TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2007//
TI  - Bipolar spectrum disorder: differential diagnosis and treatment
JO  - Primary care
A1  - Muzina, David J.
SP  - 521
EP  - 550, vi
VL  - 34
IS  - 3
N2  - Bipolar disorder commonly presents as a recurrent mood disorder characterized by frequent depressive episodes. Although manic or hypomanic phases are required for the diagnosis to be made based on current diagnostic criteria, a wider expression of mood instability and other historical features or family history may suggest the presence of a bipolar spectrum illness. This article covers the diagnostic issues related to bipolar disorder and the spectrum concept of the illness. A new definition of bipolar spectrum disorder is suggested, and treatment principles and options are discussed. Primary care providers often encounter patients who have depression and mood problems, placing them in a key position for the diagnosis and treatment of this psychiatric illness.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 0095-4543
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.pop.2007.06.001
ID  - ref1
ER  -