Volume 27, Part 1

Subtyping Bipolar Disorder: Focus on Rapid Cycling
Bipolar disorder (BD) is among the most complex of psychiatric illnesses, in large part due to its variegated nature, which composes the bipolar spectrum. In this lesson, Dr. Kupka dissects the rapid-cycling subtype of BD and offers evidence-based insights into treatment planning. Read More

Borderline Personality and Somatic Symptoms
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is notorious for its amorphous diagnostic criteria, thus any additional clues to aid in diagnosis are beneficial to treating clinicians. Here the authors make a persuasive case for increased attention to the presence of somatic symptoms in patients with borderline personality disorder, emphasizing somatic preoccupation, chronic pain and medically self-sabotaging behavior. Read More

Treating Victims of Stalking
Individuals seeking psychotherapy after they've been victims of stalking may be uniquely challenging for treating clinicians, due to the heterogeneous nature of their symptoms and the potential for both long-term and ongoing psychological consequences. Drs. Abrams and Robinson offer a comprehensive approach to effective therapy, as well as issues that may arise for clinicians. Read More

Video Testimony in the Management of Chronic PTSD
Chronic Posttraumatic Stress Disorder has troubled mental health professionals since its inclusion in the DSM, particularly due to its resistance to treatment. In this lesson, Drs. Strous and Laub introduce video testimony as a means of managing this disorder, with the aim of alleviating symptoms and providing a vehicle for catharsis. A description of their work with survivors of the Holocaust provides support for this method. Read More

The Diagnosis of Depression in Alzheimer's Disease
One of the countless confounders of Alzheimer's Disease (AD) is how to best recognize depression in those who suffer with it. The authors in this lesson provide a broad overview of comorbid depression in AD, offering detailed evidence on prevalence and diagnosis, as well as treatment strategies and options. Read More

Effect of Somatic Comorbidity on Antidepressant Therapy
Clinicians charged with selecting an antidepressant for a depressed patient with comorbid medical illness must consider a wide range of factors, including fluctuations in somatic symptoms, side effects, and increased morbidity and mortality. Drs. Benton and Staab examine the complex relationship between depression and medical illness. Read More