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valproic acid and Dysthymic Disorder

valproic acid has been researched along with Dysthymic Disorder in 4 studies

Valproic Acid: A fatty acid with anticonvulsant and anti-manic properties that is used in the treatment of EPILEPSY and BIPOLAR DISORDER. The mechanisms of its therapeutic actions are not well understood. It may act by increasing GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID levels in the brain or by altering the properties of VOLTAGE-GATED SODIUM CHANNELS.
valproic acid : A branched-chain saturated fatty acid that comprises of a propyl substituent on a pentanoic acid stem.

Dysthymic Disorder: Chronically depressed mood that occurs for most of the day more days than not for at least 2 years. The required minimum duration in children to make this diagnosis is 1 year. During periods of depressed mood, at least 2 of the following additional symptoms are present: poor appetite or overeating, insomnia or hypersomnia, low energy or fatigue, low self-esteem, poor concentration or difficulty making decisions, and feelings of hopelessness. (DSM-IV)

Research

Studies (4)

TimeframeStudies, this research(%)All Research%
pre-19900 (0.00)18.7374
1990's0 (0.00)18.2507
2000's4 (100.00)29.6817
2010's0 (0.00)24.3611
2020's0 (0.00)2.80

Authors

AuthorsStudies
Duggal, HS1
Pathak, PC1
Coleman, CC1
Martínez-Arán, A1
Vieta, E1
Colom, F1
Torrent, C1
Sánchez-Moreno, J1
Reinares, M1
Benabarre, A1
Goikolea, JM1
Brugué, E1
Daban, C1
Salamero, M1
Saxena, K1
Howe, M1
Simeonova, D1
Steiner, H1
Chang, K1
Schenkel, LS1
Pavuluri, MN1
Herbener, ES1
Harral, EM1
Sweeney, JA1

Clinical Trials (1)

Trial Overview

TrialPhaseEnrollmentStudy TypeStart DateStatus
Changes in Serum miRNA and BDNF Levels in Bipolar II Depression Treated by Theta-burst Stimulation: A Randomized Sham-controlled Exploratory Study[NCT04998097]60 participants (Anticipated)Interventional2022-05-23Recruiting
[information is prepared from clinicaltrials.gov, extracted Sep-2024]

Trials

2 trials available for valproic acid and Dysthymic Disorder

ArticleYear
Divalproex sodium reduces overall aggression in youth at high risk for bipolar disorder.
    Journal of child and adolescent psychopharmacology, 2006, Volume: 16, Issue:3

    Topics: Adolescent; Affect; Aggression; Antimanic Agents; Attention Deficit and Disruptive Behavior Disorder

2006
Facial emotion processing in acutely ill and euthymic patients with pediatric bipolar disorder.
    Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, 2007, Volume: 46, Issue:8

    Topics: Acute Disease; Adolescent; Antipsychotic Agents; Bipolar Disorder; Child; Drug Therapy, Combination;

2007

Other Studies

2 other studies available for valproic acid and Dysthymic Disorder

ArticleYear
Treating selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor-induced behavioral activation with valproate.
    Journal of child and adolescent psychopharmacology, 2003,Spring, Volume: 13, Issue:1

    Topics: Adolescent; Adolescent Behavior; Behavioral Symptoms; Dysthymic Disorder; Female; Humans; Selective

2003
Cognitive impairment in euthymic bipolar patients: implications for clinical and functional outcome.
    Bipolar disorders, 2004, Volume: 6, Issue:3

    Topics: Adult; Anticonvulsants; Antipsychotic Agents; Chlorpromazine; Cognition Disorders; Dysthymic Disorde

2004