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How Can You Recognize Bipolar Disorder?

Bipolar disorder is a condition characterized by depressive episodes and manic or hypomanic episodes. It affects about 5.7 million Americans each year. Bipolar disorder is one the most frequently misdiagnosed mental illnesses. A survey by the National Depressive and Manic-depressive association found that 69 percent of patients with bipolar disorder are initially misdiagnosed and of […]