Distinguish between the symptoms of Bipolar disorder and Schizophrenia.
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Distinguish between the symptoms of Bipolar disorder and Schizophrenia.
Bipolar Disorder or Schizophrenia?
Currently, there is no one test that can determine if someone has schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. Typically, a health care professional would diagnoses these mental health conditions by collecting medical information, family information and other mental health information.
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View this answerIn order to have a Bipolar Disorder diagnosis an individual must experience at least one mania episode. Symptoms of mania include:
- elevated or...
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Chapter 12 / Lesson 4Bipolar disorder is a mental disorder that causes extreme shifts in mood and energy and affects a person's ability to function. Discover the types, symptoms, and treatments of bipolar disorder.