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Mania After Traumatic Brain Injury

What is it about?

We found that mania does occur after traumatic brain injury, but at a much lower rate than depression. When it does occur, often a combination of sodium valproate and atypical antipsychotics appears to be most effective.

Why is it important?

It is important that clinicians recognise that mania can occur so that appropriate treatment is instituted, and that psychiatrists and neuropsychiatrists are mindful of the medication considerations in this patient group.

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