Can the children of bipolar parents have behavioral issues as well?

Any of us can: Have behavioral issues. While not well understood by genetics experts, if one or both parents are bipolar it is more likely that a child may be as well. If that is the case, family therapy may provide helpful communication skills development for all. Peace and good health.

Absolutely: In the science there is much literature on parents acquiring, symptoms like bipolar disorder due to the stressful emotional and behavioral environment. Please, if you are feeling exhausted, family therapy may be useful at many levels. Take care.

That is common.: The parent's behavior can significantly impact their children.

Absolutely: In the science there is much literature on family members acquiring, symptoms like bipolar disorder due to the stressful emotional and behavioral environment. Please, if you are feeling troubled please see their pediatrician to figure out if therapy is needed. Then again bipolar dorder is highly genetic. Either way explore w/ pediatrician symptoms you see. Take care.