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Could bipolar cause any forms of child abuse?
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Bipolar Disorder: Does not cause child abuse. But, when someone is severely depressed or manic they may neglect children's needs or lack impulse control or feel more aggressive. So it could be a contributing factor.
Answered 4/22/2016
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