Citation

Colom F, Vieta E, Tacchi MJ, Sanchez-Moreno J, Scott J. Bipolar Disord. 2005; 7 Suppl 5: 24-31.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2005, John Wiley and Sons)

DOI

10.1111/j.1399-5618.2005.00248.x

PMID

16225557

Abstract

OBJECTIVES: To review the definition of non-adherence, its clinical and economic impact and identify its role and impact in clinical practice.
METHODS: A selective review of the literature as conducted of articles and literature known to the authors.
RESULTS: There is a paucity of studies examining specifically treatment non-adherence and its consequences in bipolar disorder. Few studies have systematically examined ways in which treatment adherence can impact treatment and improve outcome.
CONCLUSION: Non-adherence is common in the management of bipolar disorder. Clinicians and Researchers alike need to remain alert and be aware of issues related to non-adherence--in particular suicide. Like other course-modifiers non-adherence has to be considered, sought and addressed, and this is perhaps best done by including psychoeducation in routine clinical care.

Language: en

Keywords

Attitude to Health; Bipolar Disorder; Female; Health Care Costs; Humans; Male; Patient Compliance; Patient Education as Topic; Risk Factors; Secondary Prevention