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Bipolar Disorder Fact Sheet

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Topic: Bipolar Disorder
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Sort Desciption: What is Bipolar Disorder? Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, is a brain disorder that causes extreme shifts in mood, thought, energy and therefore in the ability to function. ...

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What is Bipolar Disorder? Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, is a brain disorder that causes extreme shifts in mood, thought, energy and therefore in the ability to function. Unlike the ups and downs nearly everyone experiences, symptoms of bipolar disorder can be extremely severe. A persons mood swings from excessively high and irritable to sad and hopeless and then back again, with periods of normality in between. The symptoms of bipolar disorder can result in damaged relationships, difficulty in working or going to school, and even suicide. The good news is that bipolar disorder can be treated, and people with this illness can lead full and productive lives. At least 2 million Americans, or about 1% of the population age 18 and older suffer from bipolar disorder. What Causes Bipolar Disorder? While the exact cause of bipolar disorder is not known, scientists are learning about the possible causes of bipolar ...

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