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Can only a psychiatrist diagnose and treat bipolar disorder?
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Bipolar: No,,a general practitioner may also treat a bipolar disorder, but you will get more effective treatment from s psychiatrist
Answered 3/25/2022
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No: Other doctors may be able to do this, especially in the milder cases. However, the psychiatristmay be necessary for many cases
Answered 6/3/2018
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