Bipolar Disorder News

SAN ANTONIO —An intestinal microsomal triglyceride transfer protein inhibitor reduced postprandial triglycerides and halted weight gain in patients treated with the antipsychotic olanzapine, according to results of a pilot study.

According to published results, severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, may be risk factors for decreased bone mineral density, fragility fractures and undiagnosed osteoporosis.

Published results showed patients with a mental health diagnosis who undergo surgery for bone or soft tissue sarcoma may be at risk for longer hospital stays, readmission and surgical site infection.

Individuals who engaged in some form of exercise or physical activity on a regular or semi-regular basis demonstrated better brain health compared with inactive individuals, according to research from Nature Aging.

Individuals discharged from psychiatric inpatient care appeared vulnerable to premature death and suicidal behavior, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.

Detecting bipolar disorder and initiating treatment early can improve outcomes for individuals, but discerning bipolar disorder from other illnesses in adolescents and young adults is not easy, according to an expert.

NEW YORK — Children and adolescents experience substantial racial and ethnic disparities in depression care that require interventions to address, according to a poster presented at the American Psychiatric Association Annual Meeting.

NEW YORK — May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a perfect opportunity for individuals to focus on their state of mind, Carol A. Bernstein, MD, said in this Healio video from the American Psychiatric Association annual meeting.

Results of a small pilot study suggest that the ketogenic diet may help counter adverse metabolic effects of psychotropic medications and improve mental health among adults with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.