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One way to diagnose bipolar disorder is for a health professional to do an evaluation using a screening exam testing for multiple symptoms. Such tests assess the individual for bipolar disorder based on a series questions including family history.
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Studies have shown that most people with bipolar disorder have significantly more depressive episodes than manic or hypomanic. Here's what goes into a clinical diagnosis of a major depressive episode: Criterion AFirst, during a two-week period, you're either feeling depressed, have lost interest or pleasure in most activities, or both,…
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John McManamy, Health Guide, answered Is there a blood test for bi-polar… Hi, glassrainbow. There are no blood tests for bipolar, nor any other lab…
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