Psychopharmacology and Psychiatry Updates

Postpartum Bipolar Disorder and Psychosis: How to Treat?

11.24.2020 - By Psychopharmacology InstitutePlay

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Today's episode is about treatment strategies for postpartum bipolar disorder and psychosis. Here are some questions we cover in this episode: What is the role for lithium in postpartum psychosis? What do we know about mood stabilizers and breastfeeding? Is it possible for women who are using lithium to breastfeed in a safe manner? If your patient is already on a mood stabilizer, should she switch medications specifically for breastfeeding? Faculty: Marlene Freeman, M.D. Learn more about Premium Membership here Earn 1.25 CMEs - "The Clinician's Guide to Postpartum Mood Disorders" Postpartum Psychosis: Clinical Considerations

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