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My mom gets bipolar disorder, so am i likely to get it later?
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Not necessarily: Bipolar disorder (bd) definitely has a strong genetic component, so having a parent with bd increases your risk for the disorder; but, if *both* your parents had bd, your risk would be about 20-30%. Still, if you or others close to you notice that you have mood swings and other problems, you definitely should seek professional help. Bd is highly treatable.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Possibly: If your mother has bipolar disorder you are at a higher risk of having the same problem compared to the general population. At the same time, there is no guarantee that you will have bipolar disorder.
Answered 10/3/2016
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