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    Perspect Psychiatr Care. 2008 Oct;44(4):267-74.

    Postpartum bipolar depression: a case study.

    Source

    Saint Clare's Health Services, Denville, NJ, USA. mcullendrill@aol.com

    Abstract

    PURPOSE:

    This case study of a 29-year-old married woman with postpartum bipolar depression demonstrates the importance of an accurate differential diagnosis when evaluating a patient presenting with symptoms of postpartum depression.

    CONCLUSION:

    Although many of the signs and symptoms of unipolar depression and bipolar depression are identical, there are some important differences. Careful evaluation of symptoms and a thorough psychiatric history leads to accurate diagnosis and successful treatment outcomes.

    PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS:

    All women presenting with postpartum depression should be screened for bipolar disorder as the treatment of bipolar depression differs substantially from unipolar depression.

    PMID:
    18826465
    [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

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