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[Bipolar affective disorder in autism spectrum disorder]
Mette Ungermann Fredskild1, Rikke Engell1, Lars Vedel Kessing1,2
1Psykiatrisk Center København.
Ugeskrift for Laeger
|September 6, 2022
Summary
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and bipolar disorder (BD) share associations, with atypical mood episodes in ASD potentially causing misdiagnosis. Careful assessment for family history and mood episodes is vital for accurate BD diagnosis in ASD patients.
Area of Science:
- Neurodevelopmental Disorders
- Psychiatry
- Genetics
Background:
- Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects approximately 1% of the global population.
- Understanding the co-occurrence and diagnostic challenges between ASD and bipolar disorder (BD) is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review emerging evidence on the association between bipolar disorder (BD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
- To highlight diagnostic complexities and treatment considerations for individuals with both conditions.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of recent studies examining the relationship between ASD and BD.
- Analysis of clinical presentations and diagnostic criteria.
Main Results:
- Bipolar disorder (BD) mood episodes can manifest atypically in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), increasing the risk of misdiagnosis.
- Family history of affective disorders and prior mood episodes are key indicators for diagnosing BD in ASD.
- Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) treatment requires caution in ASD patients due to the potential to trigger BD mood episodes.
Conclusions:
- Accurate diagnosis of bipolar disorder (BD) in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) populations requires thorough clinical evaluation.
- Awareness of atypical presentations and potential treatment-induced mood episodes is essential for effective management.
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