Bipolar Disorder Overview
Bipolar Disorder DefinitionWhat is Bipolar Disorder? The other names for Bipolar Disorder are MDI (Manic Depressive Illness) or MD (Manic Depression). It is among the important CNS (Central Nervous System) Disorders. |
Bipolar Disorder EpidemiologyWhat is the Epidemiology of Bipolar Disorder? Bipolar disorder is a relatively common psychiatric disorder. Bipolar I has a lifetime prevalence of 0.4% to 1.6% (i.e., at any given time, 0.4% to 1.6% of the population has the illness). Bipolar II has a lifetime prevalence of approximately 0.5%. Bipolar I is equally common in men and women, while bipolar II is more common in women. |
Bipolar Disorder FactsWhat are the facts of bipolar disorder? |
General Longitudinal FeaturesWhat are the General Longitudinal Features of bipolar disorder? |
Long-Term ConsequencesWhat are the Long-Term Consequences of bipolar disorder? Untreated bipolar disorder can have important personal consequences, including strained family relationships, marital break-ups, difficulty in relationships, and serious or catastrophic financial losses. |
Bipolar Disorder Among ChildrenCan Children Have Bipolar Disorder? Yes they can. Today we know that both adolescents and children may develop bipolar disorder. |
Bipolar Disorder FormsWhat are the major subcategories of Bipolar Disorder? Understanding the course of bipolar disorders is important for the management of the disease. Episodes of depression and mania happen again across the life span. |
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