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The Bipolar Express
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Challenges in the diagnosis of bipolar disorder
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Nearly two-thirds of patient with Bipolar I disorder are previously misdiagnosed as having a unipolar depression. Delays in proper diagnosis of up to 20 years have been reported. This article reviews the diagnosis and principles of management of bipolar disorder, based on the Canadian Network for Mood and Anxiety Treatments (CANMAT) guidelines.
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Editor’s Letter
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Before you tell the” truth” to the patient, be sure you know the “truth”…
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Step forward
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Clinical Shorts: a "brief" look at the literature
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Are overweight and obese people with advanced heart failure able to participate in an exercise program to lose weight? Are there any other beneficial benefits to exercise in this group?
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Parental guidance
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Clinical Shorts: a "brief" look at the literature
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Both mothers and children benefit when maternal depression remits. This article reviews a recent study that explores the effects of treating maternal depression on children.
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Spellcheck
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Management of the first epileptic seizure
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Some 8–10% of the population will have some type of seizure in their lifetime. What investigations should be done? Is preventive medication required? Will the seizure recur?
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Carpe Sodium
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The diagnosis of hyponatremia
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Hyponatremia is a common electrolyte balance. It is important to determine the type, cause and rapidity of onset to determine the appropriate treatment. Which investigations are necessary?
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X-Change
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Thoughts from our readers
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Stones—bladder, gallbladder or kidney? Check out the Xchange section for a final word on the type of stone referred to in the October 2005 editorial.
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