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There is no single identified cause of bipolar disorder. Bipolar Disorder is influenced by a number of factors, including genetics, chronic illness, brain chemistry and life experiences. Symptoms may vary from person to person.
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It is very common for people who have used street drugs to wonder if the drugs may have caused their symptoms.Street drugs can cause many symptoms that can be found in mental illnesses, such as hallucinations, feelings of unreality, paranoia, and both extremely high and low moods. Because of this, it can be difficult or impossible to accurately…
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