The nature of depression in bipolar disorder

Tania Perich, Philip B. Mitchell, Ahmed A. Moustafa

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Abstract

Bipolar disorder is associated with two phases: mania (or hypomania) and depression. While bipolar disorder I is associated with mania, bipolar disorder II is associated with hypomania, which is a mild form of mania. In this chapter, we discuss topics related to the nature of depression in bipolar I and II disorder. Here, we review studies showing that unlike mania, depression in bipolar disorder is associated with worse occupational functioning. Further, in this chapter, we also discuss studies comparing the similarities and differences between both unipolar and bipolar depression. We also discuss how depression in bipolar disorder is closely associated with co-morbid psychiatric disorders such as anxiety disorders, substance abuse, and eating disorders. We will further discuss treatment plans for depression in bipolar I and II disorder, in comparison to unipolar depression.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationThe Nature of Depression: An Updated Review
PublisherElsevier - Mosby
Chapter9
Pages151-167
Number of pages17
ISBN (Electronic)9780128176764
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2020
Externally publishedYes

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