Depressive and Bipolar Disorders. Diagnosis, Neurobiology, and Therapeutic Innovations

Sumario

• 1. Introduction
• 2. Types of depression
• 3. Unipolar and bipolar forms of depression
• 4. The exalted/elated forms
• 5. The attenuated forms
• 6. Diagnostic tools
• 7. Classical neurobiology of affective disorders
• 8. Recent theories about the neurobiology of major depression
• 9. Neurobiology of bipolar disorders and mechanisms of action of mood stabilizers drugs
• 10. Genetics of affective disorders
• 11. Suicide and affective disorders
• 12. Comorbidity with other psychiatric illness
• 13. Comorbidity with other medical conditions
• 14. Pharmacological treatment of major depression
• 15. The choice of the antidepressant
• 16. Mood stabilizers
• 17. Antipsychotics drugs in affective disorders. Beyond the treatment of mania. Clozapine
• 18. The refractory depression
• 19. No-pharmacological treatments
• 20. Treatment of bipolar disorder

Depressive and Bipolar Disorders: Diagnosis, Neurobiology and Therapeutic Innovations offers a comprehensive reference on affective disorders, providing clinical practitioners with invaluable insights into recognition, diagnosis, and treatment strategies. Dr. Vázquez meticulously examines the complexities of major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder, shedding light on the challenges of distinguishing between these conditions, particularly when manic or hypomanic episodes are not readily apparent. From historical perspectives to the latest DSM criteria, this book thoroughly examines depressive disorders and the variability in their clinical course.

By highlighting mixed states and their implications for suicide risk, exploring the neurobiology and genetics underlying mood disorders, and discussing practical diagnostic tools and pharmacological interventions, this book equips readers with essential knowledge. Accessible language and comprehensive coverage make this an indispensable resource for healthcare professionals, offering insights that can profoundly impact individuals grappling with these challenging mental health conditions.

Key features

• Explores major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder, bridging the gap between mood poles and addressing variability in epidemiology and clinical courses
• Provides clinical practitioners with essential tools for recognition, diagnosis, and treatment, including discussions on diagnostic tools, symptom assessment scales, and pharmacological interventions
• Written in an easily understandable manner, making it suitable for healthcare professionals across disciplines