unknown
Bipolar Disorder is characterized by heavy mood swings that occur randomly. The exact cause of bipolar disorder is unknown but there seem to be some factors that help trigger bipolar episodes. Some of these causes include differences in neurotransmitters, biological parts, hormones or inherited traits. Also, stress and traumatic events may play a large role in developing bipolar disorder.
Unknown at this time.
unknown
Yes. Bipolar Mania along with Adderall can cause theft.
This is still mostly unknown.
Sometimes. Periods of mania can cause Bipolar people to eat too much, or completely forget to eat. Periods of depression can also cause loss of appetite. Oh, and many medications for Bipolar Disorder can cause appetite loss.
Bipolar disorder
unknown, its probably not a single gene but instead many
Nope
Bipolar disorder affects men and women equally and usually appears between the ages of 15 and 25. The exact cause is unknown, but it occurs more often in relatives of people with bipolar disorder.
yes
Extremely doubtful, unless the trauma produced anxiety or insecurity, which are bipolar triggers.