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Understanding Bipolar Disorder: Symptoms, Types, Causes, and Treatment

  Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, is a mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings that alternate between manic episodes (feeling extremely happy, energetic, and irritable) and depressive episodes (feeling sad, hopeless, and lacking energy). These mood swings can last for days, weeks, or even months, and can have a significant impact on daily life, relationships, and work. There are different types of bipolar disorder, including bipolar I disorder, bipolar II disorder, and cyclothymic disorder, each with their own specific symptoms and patterns of manic and depressive episodes. Causes of Bipolar Disorder The exact cause of the bipolar disorder is unknown, but research suggests that a combination of genetic, biological, and environmental factors play a role. Some factors that may contribute to the development of bipolar disorder include: Genetics: Bipolar disorder tends to run in families, and genetic factors may play a role in the deve