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Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis

Diagnosing bipolar disorder includes a physical exam, mood tracking, and assessments by psychiatrists. Explore more about the criteria used by doctors.

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Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder: Symptoms, Treatment

Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD

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Symptoms and Diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder: An Overview

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Shared Psychotic Disorder: Symptoms, Risk Factors, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Coping

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The Mood Disorder Questionnaire

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The Kindling Theory and Effect in Bipolar Disorder

Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD

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Specifiers That Occur in Bipolar Disorder

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Diagnostic Criteria for Cyclothymic Disorder

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How Your Eyes May Be a Marker for Bipolar Disorder

Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD