Monthly Archives: September 2015

SOME Psych Drugs and some of their meanings

ABILIFY: Generic name Aripiprazole Antipsychotic second generation Indications Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder Dosage forms 2mg, 5 mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 30 mg Maximum daily dose Adults 30 mg Children 30 mg 10-17 yrs old Half life 75 Hours Side effects Nausea, … Continue reading

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Blood Tests for Bipolar I Disorder: Quite a Future Indeed

I experienced an interesting confluence of events the other day. My 11-year-old son has been finding out about the great power of online information. Although we limit his access to assistance with homework, he is already a digital whiz kid … Continue reading

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Effective Personalized Strategies for Treating Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder causes havoc in patients’ lives. Even in the best of circumstances, successful treatment is challenging. Treatment targets constantly shift; patients are frequently nonadherent; and comorbidity is the rule, not the exception. Diagnosis of bipolar disorder is often difficult. … Continue reading

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