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Does bipolar disorder cause people to get horney?

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In some moods: One of the common symptoms of mania or hypomania (the milder form of mania) is increased interest in sex, flirtation, talkativeness, etcetera.

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Horny bipolar: Possible, especially in a manic phase, where there is grandiosity, inflated self-esteem, poor impulse control, hypersexuality, poor judgement & euphoria.

Answered 9/1/2012

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During manic episode: Bipolar disorder may correlate with increased sexual impulsivity and activity during a manic episode and may also be related to decrease sexual desire during depressive episodes. Increased desire may be an asset with safe sex practices.

Answered 10/3/2017

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