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What is bipolar disorder? What causes it? And what's the best line of treatment? Despite huge advances, much remains to be learned about this condition that affects millions of Americans.

  1. What Is Bipolar Disorder?
  2. What Causes Bipolar Disorder?
  3. How is Bipolar Disorder Diagnosed?
  4. Who's at Risk for Bipolar Disorder?
  5. Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens
  6. Bipolar Disorder in Women
  7. Can Bipolar Disorder Be Prevented?

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