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10 Signs to Look for in Bipolar I and Bipolar II

Are you interested in learning about bipolar I, bipolar II and the symptoms related to bipolar disorder ? Many people ask the question, “ What is bipolar ?” because among the general public, there are misconceptions and falsities that surround the mental illness. Bipolar disorder affects 5.7 million adults in the United States alone. It is defined as a mental disorder that is characterized by both episodes of mania and depression. The difference between bipolar I and bipolar II is that in bipolar I, the individual experiences manic episodes (or at least one in their lifetime) while the individual with bipolar II experiences episodes of hypomania, which isn’t quite as intense as mania. The 10 signs to look for in bipolar I and bipolar II include: Manic episodes are characterized by: 1.) Feelings of euphoria, sometimes defined as a feeling of extreme happiness 2.) Engaging in risky behaviors (these include sexual, financial, physical, etc.) 3.) Exceptional energy wi...