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How Not to Miss the Diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder in Practice

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Although depressive episodes occur in both bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder, the cardinal feature of bipolar disorder is a history of mania or hypomania. Depressive episodes are also most often the presenting complaint in both illnesses. Thus, the challenge is distinguishing bipolar illness from unipolar depression. Walter Dunn, MD, PhD, explores this psychiatric topic and reflects on accurately diagnosing bipolar disorder.

Released: August 23, 2021

Expiration: August 22, 2022

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Walter Dunn

Walter Dunn, MD, PhD

Assistant Clinical Professor
Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California

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Walter Dunn, MD, PhD

Assistant Clinical Professor
Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California

Walter Dunn, MD, PhD, has no relevant conflicts of interest to report.