"Many research does note the link. However it varies depending on the patient, severity and the different forms they carry with them. I would suggest speaking to a trained doctor on the subject."
No, it isn't. In fact, for sufferers of bipolar II especially, it has been linked to increased creativity and functionality.
Not that anyone can prove. There are theories that bipolar people may have better imagination and creativity - read Touched with Fire, by Kay Jameson.
No, bipolar disorder is not linked to the Y chromosome. It is a complex mental health condition believed to be influenced by a combination of genetic, environmental, and neurobiological factors. The exact cause of bipolar disorder is not fully understood.
there is a web site: http://bipolar.about.com and they have a lot of information about bipolar and there is a link to a chat room for bipolar people and their families or support people.
Bipolar disorder
Cyclothymia is a mood disorder and a form of bipolar II. See Wikipedia link
Bipolar - mood disorder, involves cycles of extremely exaggerated high and low moodDepression - mood disorder, involves periods of extremely exaggerated low moodAnxiety - anxiety disorder, involves extreme anxiety and fears that does not correspond to real world dangers
Bipolar disorder is generally caused by genetics.
The correct term is bipolar disorder. Some people call it a disease though.
a disorder
http://blogs.psychcentral.com/bipolar/2009/01/bipolar-disorder-qa-how-close-are-we-to-a-bipolar-cure/
Yes, stress makes Bipolar Disorder behavior worse. My daughter is Bipolar.