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Impulsive behaviour is bipolar or is adhd usually?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Immpulsive: Without other symptoms of bipolar, it is most likely a symptom of adhd.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 10/24/2017

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Either or neither: Impulsvie behavior by itself is indicative of neither.Severerity of problem, length of symptoms and other coexisting factors will contribute to the underlhying diagnosis.If symptoms are severe seek professional help.

Dr Pappas and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/8/2016

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