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Pharmacotherapy and family-focused treatment for adolescents with bipolar I and II disorders: a 2-year randomized trial.

Author: AxelsonDavid A, BirmaherBoris, DelBelloMelissa P, GeorgeElizabeth L, KowatchRobert A, MiklowitzDavid J, SchneckChristopher D, SugarCatherine A, TaylorDawn O

Research Support, N.I.H., ExtramuralResearch funding provided by the NIH to external research institutions and researchers.
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Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.

Overview

Previous research has shown that family therapy can help manage bipolar disorder in adults. This study examines whether adding family therapy to medication for adolescents with bipolar disorder is more effective than medication plus brief education in reducing the time to recover from a mood episode, preventing relapses, and lessening symptom severity over two years.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Previous studies have found that family-focused treatment is an effective adjunct to pharmacotherapy in stabilizing symptoms in adult bipolar disorder. The authors examined whether pharmacotherapy and family-focused treatment for adolescents with bipolar disorder was more effective than pharmacother...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24626789

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Pharmacotherapy and Family-Focused Treatment: A Double-Edged Sword for Adolescent Bipolar Disorder

The world of [adolescent bipolar disorder] is a vast and challenging landscape. This study examines the effectiveness of two approaches to treatment: [pharmacotherapy] combined with [family-focused treatment] and [pharmacotherapy] combined with [brief psychoeducation (enhanced care)]. The researchers enrolled adolescents with [bipolar I and II disorders] and followed them for two years, monitoring [time to recovery from a mood episode, time to recurrence, and symptom severity]. Their findings suggest that [family-focused treatment] may offer an advantage in terms of [time to recovery and time to recurrence] compared to [brief psychoeducation].

Family-Focused Treatment: A Key Component for Adolescent Bipolar Disorder

This study, like a desert caravan navigating a challenging journey, underscores the importance of [family involvement] in the treatment of [adolescent bipolar disorder]. The findings suggest that [family-focused treatment] may offer a significant benefit in [stabilizing symptoms] and promoting [long-term recovery]. The study’s results provide valuable insights into the complex interplay of [pharmacotherapy and family-focused treatment] in managing this challenging condition.

Family Support: A Vital Resource for Adolescents with Bipolar Disorder

This research highlights the importance of [family support] in navigating the [complexities of adolescent bipolar disorder]. The study’s findings suggest that [family-focused treatment] can play a vital role in [stabilizing symptoms, promoting recovery, and reducing the risk of recurrence]. This underscores the need for [comprehensive treatment plans] that incorporate [family support and education] as integral components.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This research reveals the importance of family-focused treatment as an adjunct to pharmacotherapy in managing adolescent bipolar disorder. The findings suggest that family involvement can significantly improve outcomes in terms of time to recovery, time to recurrence, and symptom severity. This study underscores the need for comprehensive treatment plans that incorporate family support and education as integral components in managing this challenging condition.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2014-08-04
  2. Date Revised 2022-03-17
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

24626789

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

NIHMS590045

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