In this video, Professor Dr. Lakshmi N. Yatham discusses the recent findings in Bipolar Disorder research, what he finds most exciting, and what the future holds for the diagnosis and treatment of Bipolar Disorder.

Professor Dr. Lakshmi N. Yatham

Professor and Head of the Department of Psychiatry and Director of the Institute of Mental Health at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada. Regional Head of Psychiatry and Regional Program Medical Director for Mental Health and Addictions at Vancouver Coastal Health and Providence Healthcare.

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Published 03.09.2024
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