Roger S. McIntyre

1 month ago | hmpgloballearningnetwork.com | Andrew Cutler |Roger S. McIntyre

Atypical antipsychotics can be associated with changes in metabolic parameters and weight gain in patients receiving adjunctive treatment to antidepressants for major depressive disorder (MDD). This video reviews the data on metabolic and weight changes from key clinical trials to help healthcare providers understand the potential impact. Watch the bipolar I disorder video here and the schizophrenia video here.

Sep 23, 2024 | bphope.com | Michelle Pugle |Roger S. McIntyre

Hypersexuality associated with manic or hypomanic episodes in bipolar disorder can pose risks to a person’s relationships, health, and safety. Because of the potential for risky behavior, hypersexuality is often a hot topic of discussion. But another type of mood change is depression, which can bring bouts of a less-discussed issue: hyposexuality. Hyposexuality can also have other causes associated with bipolar disorder.

Jun 6, 2024 | bphope.com | Michelle Pugle |Roger S. McIntyre

A new study finds a ketogenic diet can improve bipolar disorder symptoms and reverse co-occurring metabolic syndrome. A ketogenic diet works on shared psychiatric and metabolic risk factors. Experts say the ketogenic diet offers hope and provides resources for further exploration. *****The ketogenic diet, also known as metabolic therapy, offers new hope for people living with bipolar disorder and metabolic syndrome.

Jun 3, 2024 | psychiatrist.com | Roger S. McIntyre

See article by Baek et al Baek et al in this issue of the Journal present results from a longitudinal observational study that aimed to ascertain whether a correlation exists between depressive symptom trajectories and the evolving risk of underweight/ obesity.1 It is a highly replicated finding that a robust, bidirectional, cross-sectional and longitudinal association exists between underweight/obesity and depressive symptoms in both the general and clinical population.2–7 The Baek et al...

May 14, 2024 | bphope.com | Roger S. McIntyre

ViewsHypersexuality — also referred to as “sex addiction” or “compulsive sexual behavior” — is a common symptom of mania and hypomania in bipolar disorder, yet it is less frequently discussed compared to other symptoms. According to Cleveland Clinic, hypersexuality involves uncontrollable and excessive sexual thoughts, urges, and behaviors that can negatively impact your relationships, finances, and other areas of your life.