The Neurobiology of Bipolar Disorder: Road to Novel Therapeutics

Author: Joao Quevedo

Publication Date: November 25, 2020

Language: English

ISBN: 9780128191828, 9780128191835

Publisher: Elsevier Science

Book Description:

The Neurobiology of Bipolar Disorder: Road to Novel Therapeutics combines the basic neurobiology of bipolar disorder with discussions of the most recent advances in research, including the interacting pathways implicated in the pathophysiology of bipolar disorder, genetic approaches and the pharmacogenomics of bipolar disorder. The basic foundational understanding of the neurobiology underlying the disorder, along with a comprehensive summary of the most recent advances in research combine to aid advanced students and researchers in their understanding of bipolar disorder management using novel and fast-acting pharmaceutical and neuromodulatory approaches.

Key Features:

– Aids readers in understanding bipolar disorder in the context of NIMH Research Domain Criteria (RDoC) recommendations

– Covers a range of existing and potential pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment options, from lifestyle adjustments to novel therapeutics

– Synthesizes a discussion of the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying symptoms with clinical aspects of bipolar disorder

Target Audience:

– Advanced students and researchers in the field of psychiatry and neuroscience

– Clinicians and mental health professionals interested in understanding the latest research and treatment options for bipolar disorder

Why Buy This Book:

– Provides a comprehensive understanding of the neurobiology of bipolar disorder

– Offers insights into the latest research and treatment options for bipolar disorder

– A valuable resource for both researchers and clinicians in the field of psychiatry and neuroscience