What are the treatment options for pediatric bipolar disorder?
The Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation gives no clear numbers on the prevalence of pediatric bipolar disorder, but the number of diagnoses are on the rise. A variety of treatment options are available but the most successful plans are created from a combination of the therapies and services.Drug therapyThe National Resource Center on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder indicates drug treatment of pediatric bipolar disorders involves a mood stabilizer and sometimes an antidepressant, to prevent mania symptoms and improve depression. Antidepressants are only used when necessary since they can have unhealthy side effects.Pediatric Psychotherapy and EducationExperts at CABF encourage education and psychotherapy to help children understand their disorder and to teach management and monitoring of their own symptoms as they age.Support GroupsA support network (family, friends and support groups) are listed by CABF as one of the key factors in experiencing a positive outcome after a
