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What is the difference between someone who is bipolar/manic and psychotic?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Bipolar: Manic depression cycles thru manic and depressed episodes. They can have psychotic episodes where thoughts become disorganized, illogical, such as delusion or hallucinations, and behavior irrational or bizarre.

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Answered 9/15/2015

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