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Is it possible for bipolar disorders to be inherited?
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Yes : Bipolar disorder is highly heritable, a family history being present in over 80% of cases.
Answered 9/10/2019
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Yes it is vinherited: But also environment and stress level plays an important rule.
Answered 5/7/2016
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Depression: Genetics play a role, so does the environment and your psyche (personality).
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