Authors: John H., M.D. Greist
Manic depression (bipolar disorder) is a mental and emotional condition characterized by wide and often disabling mood swings. It is estimated that at least 13 out of every 1, 000 people will have some form of manic-depressive illness in their lifetimes. Divalproex, a drug commonly prescribed for specific forms of
epilepsy, has become a well-established
treatment for acute mania. In this booklet, Drs. Jefferson and Greist describe the benefits and limitations of using divalproex. (Previously published as Valproate and Manic Depression: A Guide.)…
I was given a copy this book when I was
hospitalized for Bipolar-II disorder and given Depakote as a mood supressor in May 1999. This book is really very good, easy to read, and mostly appears to be…
