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You should definitely take your son to the doctor to be tested for Bipolar disorder. The doctor will most likely do psychological tests to see if he meets the things to qualify.
What else can I help you with?
Can someone with bipolar have OCD and depression without being diagnosed with bipolar?
yes it is possible. Bipolar is very difficult to diagnose, especially in teens. Bipolar has similar aspects as ocd. infact Bipolar has many other traits similar to many,many other disorders, that's why it is so hard to diagnose. But yes it is possible. hope this helps
What is bipolar and how would you know if you had it?
You can tell if you have bipolar disease by going to the doctor and getting some tests done. The doctor will be able to determine if you indeed do have bipolar disease. You cannot diagnose yourself with something like this.
Why does a person react with a bipolar disorder when they get romanticlly involved with someone they enjoy being with?
because they love them
How much can you get paid for being bipolar?
Being bipolar isn't a job
Are most health freaks bipolar?
This is not within the criteria of what qualifies being diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder. I have Bipolar Disorder and have known many other with the disorder. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is a possible category for someone who you see as a "health freak".
How young is too young to diagnose bipolar disorder in children?
Being diagnosed with bipolar disease is no laughing matter. Many people believe they have this disease, and it's best if caught early. 12 is not too young, as long as the symptoms the child is displaying are real and happening daily.
What is the ideal career for someone with Bipolar I heard it was acting?
Well being bipolar..doesnt effect any job that you might have just as long you know how to control it! i actually had a theater teacher who was bipolar and he also had terex..He was very calm and collected but the benefit of being bipolar in theater is if you have a roll where you have to change emotions constant THEREs your strong points but it also can hurt you! S0 life is what you make it!
Can someone being treated for bipolar still have manic episodes?
Yes, but the episodes tend to not be as severe as they would be if not on medication.
Does the recreational use of alcohol affect bipolar disorder?
Yes, when someone is in the depressed phase of Bipolar Disorder it can make the depression worse. When someone is in the manic phase it can lead to them being more impulsive and lead to taking greater risks than either alcohol alone, or mania alone. Also alcohol can interact with many of the medications used to treat Bipolar illness adversely. It should also be noted that people with Bipolar disorder will often self medicate with alcohol and other non-prescribed drugs when not adequately being treated. The degree of ones Bipolar illness will also be a determining factor in how much alcohol will affect one with Bipolar Disorder.
Is bipolar contagious?
No it isn't. A person can not transfer being bipolar to you and it's nothing you can catch.
How does being bipolar affect an alcoholic?
With the exception of Antisocial Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder is the mental illness most commonly associated with alcoholism. Over 40% of individuals with Bipolar 1 have a history of alcohol abuse.Basically, Bipolar Disorder and alcoholism tend to go hand in hand. Being Bipolar can cause increased mood swings in alcoholics.
If serving on active duty for 2 years being diagnosed with bipolar 2 will that be grounds for discharge?
I believe so, as people who suffer from bipolar disorder can act impulsively, and engage in high risk activities, when in their manic, or hypomanic phase, which is highly undesirable in a military situation, where stability is necessary.
