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Cambridge University Press, British Journal of Psychiatry, 3(211), p. 132-134, 2017

DOI: 10.1192/bjp.bp.116.193912

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Bipolar disorder and addictions: The elephant in the room

Journal article published in 2017 by Paul R. A. Stokes ORCID, Nicola J. Kalk ORCID, Allan H. Young
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Abstract

SummaryAddictions are highly prevalent in bipolar disorder and greatly affect clinical outcomes. In this editorial, we review the evidence that addictions are a key challenge in bipolar disorder, examine putative neurobiological mechanisms, and reflect on the limited clinical trial evidence base with suggestions for treatment strategies and further developments.