BIO 116 (BIO116)

1) Bipolar I Disorder a. RF: FHx/1st-degree relative is strongest RF, men = women b. 1% of population, avg age of onset is 20s-30s, new onset is rare after 50 yrs c. The earlier the onset, the greater likelihood of psychotic features & the poorer the prognosis d. Diagnostic Criteria: i. At least 1 manic or mixed episode (only requirement) – manic episodes often cycle with occasional depressive episodes but major depressive episodes are not required for the dx ii. Mania = abnormal & per...