Mood Disorders: Depression and Bipolar Disorder

Mood disorders are one of the most common causes of disability throughout the world. Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) have impairment in functioning and suffer from social stigma and rejection, which are known triggers of depressive episodes. Comorbid mood disorders...

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Published inHealth Care for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities across the Lifespan pp. 1543 - 1558
Main Authors Raheja, Uttam K., Postolache, Teodor T.
Format Book Chapter
LanguageEnglish
Published Cham Springer International Publishing
Subjects
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Down Syndrome
Mood Disorder
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Summary:Mood disorders are one of the most common causes of disability throughout the world. Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) have impairment in functioning and suffer from social stigma and rejection, which are known triggers of depressive episodes. Comorbid mood disorders augment preexistent disabilities and, although they are treatable, diagnosing them in this population can often be a challenge. They are commonly underdiagnosed and undertreated, treatment is often not individualized, and there is a paucity of evidence-based information. Clinicians who work with this population need a thorough understanding of both disorders and their management in order to maximize functioning and minimize suffering. To that purpose, we succinctly review the epidemiology, diagnosis, and management of mood disorders in individuals with IDD.
ISBN:3319180959
9783319180953
DOI:10.1007/978-3-319-18096-0_123