Chronic depressive symptoms that do not meet the criteria for major depression but have lasted over 2 years

Acronym for signs of Mania

First-line medication treatment for Bipolar Disorder

The best diet for someone who is experiencing a manic episode

Medications that block the reuptake pump or sert transporter

Best treatment for Major Depressive Disorder with Psychosis

Manic Episode and Depression describes

Has the best evidence for preventing suicide in patients with bipolar disorder

Avoid NSAIDs, do not get dehydrated, have regular blood test, maintain normal salt intake and hydration, avoid diuretics,

Medications that block the enzymatic destruction of norepinephrine, dopamine, and serotonin

Acronym often used to describe the symptoms of depression

Hypomanic and Major Depressive Episodes

Lamotrigine, Valproate, Carbamazepine, Gabapentin, Topiramate

0.6 - 1.2 mEq/L

SSRI has the longest half-life and as a result, can be stopped without a taper

Screening test for Depression

Hypomanic episodes and no Major Depressive Episodes

Risperidone, olanzapine, ziprasidone, quetiapine

Must be titrated slowly due to the risk of a rash that could develop into Stephens Johnsons Syndrome

Can be useful for the treatment of depression and chronic pain

First-Line Treatment for Depression

You should not give these medications to people with bipolar disorder

Can contribute to decreased renal function and hypothyroid

An anticonvulsant that is absolutely contraindicated in pregnancy

Good antidepressant for persons who have insomnia and are not eating well and have lost weight.