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Can you explain to me the major differences between bipolar and bipolar ii disorder?
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Bipolar: Bipolar 1 is manic depression with phases of depression alternating with manic episodes. Type 2 is less severe, with hypomanic phases.
Answered 2/11/2014
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Mania vs hypo mania: Both usually have depressive episodes. Bipolar 1 includes manic episodes and bipolar 2 hypo mania. Hypo mania may include decreased need for sleep, increased self esteem and increased productivity and sometimes irritability. Mania often leads to psychosis, severe relationship, financial, or even legal problems and often requires hospitalization.
Answered 10/4/2016
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