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Bipolar disorder--focus on bipolar II disorder and mixed depression.
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- Author(s): Benazzi, Franco
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Lancet. 3/17/2007, Vol. 369 Issue 9565, p935-945. 11p. 5 Charts.
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The article discusses bipolar disorder, with a focus on bipolar II disorder and mixed depression. Bipolar II disorder is marked by recurrent depressive and hypomanic episodes. Kraepelin's description of manic-depressive insanity is discussed. Cyclothymic disorder is also discussed. The course, family history and biology associated with bipolar disorders are discussed. Other topics discussed include studies of bipolar disorders in children and adolescents, the continuum or spectrum concept of mood disorders, and treatment options.
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