Climate and admissions for mania in the tropics

J Affect Disord. 1992 Dec;26(4):247-50. doi: 10.1016/0165-0327(92)90102-c.

Abstract

Seasonality of admissions for mania has been commonly reported. Most reports are from temperature zones. We analyzed admissions for mania covering a 9 year period and looked for any seasonal trends using existing methods. No seasonal variation was found. The hospital lies in the tropical zone with a relatively constant climate. This may influence the seasonal pattern of relapses in affective disorder.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Bipolar Disorder / diagnosis
  • Bipolar Disorder / epidemiology*
  • Bipolar Disorder / psychology
  • Cross-Sectional Studies
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Incidence
  • India / epidemiology
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Patient Admission / statistics & numerical data*
  • Seasons*
  • Tropical Climate*