Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Aim: This study aims to compare the sociodemographic characteristics, clinical course, and treatment approaches of patients diagnosed with early-onset bipolar disorder (EOBD, 0.05), except for employment status (p=0.007). The EOBD group had a higher number of manic episodes (p=0.006). Lithium use was more frequent in LOBD patients, although not statistically significant (p=0.295), while olanzapine use was statistically significant (p=0.010). Antidepressant use was low in both groups (p=0.156). Conclusion: Late-onset bipolar disorder may present with distinct clinical features and treatment preferences compared to early-onset cases. Age at onset is a key determinant for clinical management and treatment planning.
Source: Acta Medica Alanya
Authors: Gökçe Kavak Sinanoğlu, Veysel Doğan
Institution: Antalya Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi
Language: English
Subfield: Psychiatry and Mental health
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7117583422