Submitted by caitlin on February 27, 2008

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Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar Disorder: Signs, Symptoms and Treatments
Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, is a brain disorder that causes unusual shifts in a persons mood, energy and ability to function. Different from the normal ups and downs that everyone goes through, the symptoms of bipolar disorder are severe. They can result in damaged relationships, poor job or school performance and in worst case scenarios suicide.
This disease is called bipolar disorder because the mood of a person with bipolar disorder can alternate between two completely opposite poles, euphoric happiness and extreme sadness.
Approximately 5.7 million American adults or about 2.6...

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