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Does bipolar disorder run in the family> should you tell them if you get it?
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Yes: Bipolar is one of the more heritable psychiatric conditions but may manefest in different ways such as anxiety and panic or ocd. Knowledge of family history and family response to treatment can be very helpful.
Answered 10/4/2016
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