Although categorical classifications may be useful for clinical practice, most of the evidence points to a dimensional (spectrum) view of mood disorders. Depression with co-occurring hypomania (DMX) is much more common than clinicians realize, leading to underdiagnosis and a paucity of appropriate treatment for patients with mixed features. This talk will provide healthcare providers with a detailed look at mixed features across the lifespan, including ways to identify mixed features early and strategies to treat it effectively.
Course Requirements
To receive ACPE credit for this session, you must:
- Register for this course.
- Review the full content of the activity and reflect upon its teachings.
- Complete the evaluation at the end of the activity.
- Provide the necessary details in your profile to ensure correct reporting by AAPP to CPE Monitor.
Faculty Information
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Andrew J. Cutler, MD
Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Norton College of Medicine, State University of New York Upstate Medical University; Syracuse, NY
Chief Medical Officer, Neuroscience Education Institute; Carlsbad, CA
Learning Objectives
Consider the potential impact of mixed features on patient well-being and treatment decisions in both pediatric and adult populations
Collaborate with interprofessional teams and patient informants to improve recognition of mixed features in patients with depression in order to avoid undesired consequences and improve patient outcomes
Integrate treatments with evidence-based efficacy for ameliorating mixed features in pediatric and adult patients with unipolar or bipolar depression
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