The Carlat Psychiatry Podcast

The Carlat Psychiatry Podcast


Management of Psychogenic Polydipsia

July 11, 2022

Psychogenic polydipsia (PP), also known as primary polydipsia and potomania, was first described in the 1930s. It is surprisingly common with a prevalence rate between 3 to 25% in institutionalized patients. In this podcast, we will discuss how to accurately diagnose and manage psychogenic polydipsia in patients.

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Published On: 07/11/2022

Duration: 11 minutes, 37 seconds

Referenced Article:Management of Psychogenic Polydipsia,” The Carlat Hospital Psychiatry Report, 2022 

Victoria Hendrick, MD, and Zachary Davis, BS, have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educational activity.