Primary care
April 7, 2026 · via Europe PMC
Diagnosis and Management of Bipolar Disorder in Primary Care.
Weida N, Roy T.
AI summary — for doctors, generated from the abstract only
Family physicians play a central role in recognizing, initiating treatment for, and coordinating long-term care of bipolar disorder.
What was studied
Narrative review of bipolar disorder in primary care.
Key findings
- BD is common, chronic, and recurrent
- Early accurate diagnosis reduces morbidity and inappropriate treatment
- Collaborative, team-based models support longitudinal care
Clinical relevance
This supports primary care screening for bipolarity, particularly before starting antidepressants.
Who should care
Limitations
Narrative review; no primary data or evidence grading in the abstract.
Screen for bipolar disorder and use team-based care for long-term management.
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Abstract
Bipolar disorder (BD) is a relatively common, chronic, recurrent mood disorder. Early recognition and accurate diagnosis are essential to reduce morbidity and inappropriate treatment. Family physicians play a central role in screening, initiating pharmacologic and psychosocial management, and coordinating longitudinal care through collaborative, team-based models. This article summarizes current understanding of the pathogenesis, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and evidence-based management of BD with emphasis on practical strategies for family medicine clinicians to optimize outcomes across diverse care settings.
DOI
10.1016/j.pop.2026.01.003
PMID
42120157
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