In this online CME self-learning program:
Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder characterized by episodes of mania, hypomania, and depression. It affects 3-4% of the U.S. population, represents a substantial societal and economic burden in the United States, is also found to be strongly associated with other major public health concerns like diabetes and cardiovascular disease as well as suicide.
The literature demonstrates that medication nonadherence is a major issue among patients with bipolar disorder. Nonadherence affects approximately 60% of patients and can result in hospitalization, poor effectiveness, increased relapses, and increased risk of morbidity. Inadequate medication adherence can lead to poor clinical outcomes and increased healthcare costs; healthcare practitioners must remain cognizant and vigilant in identifying factors that may adversely impact adherence. One major barrier is side effects of therapy, particularly weight gain. Other factors, such as patient perceptions, illness severity, and the relationship between the physician and patient, come into play and should be taken into account to optimize adherence.
This program has been designed to bring healthcare professionals’ knowledge up to date with the current and emerging therapies and best practices bipolar disorder and to improve their competence and performance in treating it.
Agenda:
Introduction, Disclosures |
Epidemiology of bipolar disorder
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Symptomology and diagnosis of bipolar disorder
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Treatment with an emphasis on bipolar disorder I
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Barriers to optimal care in patients with bipolar disorder
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Summary, conclusions, and best practice recap |
Health care professionals specializing in: pediatric or adult psychiatry, mental health, primary care, and those who otherwise commonly care for patients with bipolar disorder or other related psychiatric disorders.
This program is supported by an educational grant from Forest / Actavis / Watson
Release Date: October 01, 2015 -- Expiration Date: October 01, 2017
Faculty: Darin Signorelli, MD
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Faculty Disclosure: Dr. Darin Signorelli MD has no significant financial relationships to disclose.
Disclosures of Educational Planners: Charles Turck, PharmD is an officer and part owner of ScientiaCME, LLC.
Commercial Support Disclosure: This program is supported by an educational grant from Forest / Actavis / Watson
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