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Bipolar disorder is a lifelong illness. However through medication and therapy, bipolar disorder symptoms can be managed and minimized.
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What is the percentage of people who have bipolar disorder?
Estimates as to the worldwide prevalence of bipolar disorder are mixed. It is thought there is a lifelong prevalence rate of about 0.3-1.5% internationally for bipolar disorder. According to Merikangas et al, using World Health Organization information, it's about 0.6% for bipolar I, 0.4% for bipolar II and about 1.4% subthreashold bipolar disorder.Comparatively, in the United States, the lifelong prevalence for bipolar disorder is thought to be from 1-1.6%. This is broken down into 1% for bipolar I, 1.1% for bipolar II and about 2.4-4.7% subthreashold bipolar disorder. It is not known why bipolar disorder (especially subthreashold) appears more frequently in the United States.References: Medscape Reference - http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/286342-overview#showallEstimates as to the worldwide prevalence of bipolar disorder are mixed. It is thought there is a lifelong prevalence rate of about 0.3-1.5% internationally for bipolar disorder. According to Merikangas et al, using World Health Organization information, it's about 0.6% for bipolar I, 0.4% for bipolar II and about 1.4% subthreashold bipolar disorder.Comparatively, in the United States, the lifelong prevalence for bipolar disorder is thought to be from 1-1.6%. This is broken down into 1% for bipolar I, 1.1% for bipolar II and about 2.4-4.7% subthreashold bipolar disorder. It is not known why bipolar disorder (especially subthreashold) appears more frequently in the United States.References: Medscape Reference - http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/286342-overview#showall
What is the prognosis for mania?
Patients experiencing mania as a result of bipolar disorder will require long-term care to prevent recurrence; bipolar disorder is a chronic condition that requires lifelong observation and treatment after diagnosis
Is there a shot you can get for bipolar disorder?
No. There is no cure for Bipolar Affective Disorder. The treatment strategy is lifelong medication compliance on a daily regimen of mood stabilizers usually supplemented by either an anti-depressant or an anti-psychotic, or both.
What r the survival rates for bipolar disorder?
.response varies widely.Bipolar disorder is a chronic recurrent illness in over 90% of those afflicted.requires lifelong observation and treatment.Patients with untreated or inadequately treated bipolar disorder have a suicide rate of 15-25%.
What is the probable diagnosis for Reuben behavior?
Bipolar disorder
Is conduct disorder a lifelong disorder?
It can be, but not always.
Why does Ozzy Osbourne have bipolar disorder?
Bipolar disorder is generally caused by genetics.
Is it bipolar disease or bipolar disorder?
The correct term is bipolar disorder. Some people call it a disease though.
Is Bipolar a disorder or illness?
a disorder
Who gives grant money for bipolar disorder sufferers?
http://blogs.psychcentral.com/bipolar/2009/01/bipolar-disorder-qa-how-close-are-we-to-a-bipolar-cure/
Does stress make bipolar disorder worse?
Yes, stress makes Bipolar Disorder behavior worse. My daughter is Bipolar.
Can acupressure be a treatment for bipolar disorder?
It's not known to be an effective treatment for bipolar disorder.
