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Can you go for a bipolar test without a parent?
no
Is bipolar disorder in one parent inherited by offspring?
Yes. Children with one bipolar parent have a 30% chance of developing bipolar disorder. Even children of bipolar parents who do not develop bipolar disorder are at increased risk (compared to children who do not have a bipolar parent) for other psychopathology such as ADHD, learning disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, etc. Children with two bipolar parents are at an even greater risk of developing bipolar disorder.
Can a person with bipolar adopt?
i sure hope so. i am bipolar and i want to adopt because i was adopted
Is it safe for children to live with a bipolar parent?
it depends on if the parent is taking medication. my aunt is bipolar and she hits my cousin all the time. she knows pressure points and it wont leave marks. :(
Should you be a guardian if you are bipolar?
I think if someone has their bipolar condition managed then yes; however, they should have a back-up plan for the children in case they do feel themselves go out of control, or need to get away for a day or two to not reach the breaking point. Do I think a bipolar parent who has managed symptoms can be a good parent? Absolutely. Do I think it will be harder for them? Yes I do, but then again, the things most valuable to you in life aren't the easy things.
Can the father get custody if he is bipolar?
That really depends on how stable he is. If there is a track record of stability showing he is the most fit parent then there may be a chance.
Is everyone bipolar?
No, not all women are bipolar. Bipolar is a mental disorder, just like cancer, or having lost an arm. We all have problems but women get mood swings because of PMS, not because they are bipolar.
Can a mother pass on bipolar to her child?
Yes, bipolar disorder can have a genetic component, meaning a mother can pass on a predisposition to the condition to her child. While having a parent with bipolar disorder increases the risk, it does not guarantee that the child will develop the disorder. Environmental factors and individual life experiences also play significant roles in its onset. Overall, the interplay of genetics and environment is complex in the development of bipolar disorder.
What should i do if my boyfriend with bipolar doesn't want help?
if your boyfriend has bipolar and doesn't want help you still might need to tell someone close to him or a parent to help but you also need to talk it through with him also and see what needs to be done
Can children get bipolar disorder?
Yes. It's becoming more diagnosed daily. Maybe over diagnosed, but have witnessed some true bipolar children. Onset is generally later teen years, but not always. Some cases present themselves earlier.
Are people who are not bipolar welcome at most bipolar support groups?
If you are not bipolar and have a specific reason to go to a bipolar support group, like supporting a relative/friend or for educational purposes, then you would likely be allowed. You might need to ask the group for permission and have a legitimate reason
What is the difference between oppositional defiance disorder and bipolar disorder in children?
Oppositional defiance disorder is something one grows out of unlike bipolar disorder which is permanent. Bipolar disorder is accompanied by mood swings being on top of the world one moments and in despair the next and these moods can last for weeks without signs of improvement. There are other symptoms as well that can help a parent distinguish whether or that is the case. Bipolar disorder is very difficult to live with and should be diagnosed as soon as possible. The book 'the bipolar child' will tell you what you need to know.
