Updated Meta-Analysis of Epidemiologic Studies of Pediatric Bipolar Disorder.

CONCLUSIONS: The updated meta-analysis confirms that rates of bipolar spectrum disorders are not higher in the United States than in other Western countries, nor are rates increasing over time. Nonstandard diagnostic criteria result in highly variable prevalence rates, as does focusing on narrow definitions of PBD to the exclusion of the full spectrum. Consistent application of validated criteria could help to settle questions regarding PBD prevalence. Studies from non-Western countries are needed to refine understanding of international prevalence and risk factors. PMID: 30946542 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Journal of Clinical Psychiatry - Category: Psychiatry Tags: J Clin Psychiatry Source Type: research