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2. Bipolar disorder - Wikipedia

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   The causes of bipolar disorder likely vary between individuals and the exact mechanism underlying the disorder remains unclear. [53] Genetic influences are believed to account for 73–93% of the risk of developing the disorder indicating a strong hereditary component. [13] The overall heritability of the bipolar spectrum has been estimated at ...

3. Secondary mania - Wikipedia

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   The primary arguments regarding its etiology are: (1) secondary mania is a form of toxic psychosis rather than actual mania, and (2) secondary mania is really latent bipolar disorder that happened to coincide with an injury. Toxic psychosis is a state which is caused by substance abuse; this could mean being in a confused state from the ...

4. Bipolar Disorder: 4 Types & What You Need to Know About Them

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   Like many other mood disorders, the causes of bipolar are similar to the risk factors. ... Some research shows that experiencing childhood trauma and abuse may increase the risk of developing ...

5. Causes of mental disorders - Wikipedia

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   Any damage to the brain can cause a mental disorder. The brain is the control system for the nervous system and the rest of the body. Without it, the body cannot function properly. [71] Increased mood swings, insane behavior, and substance abuse disorders are traumatic brain injury (TBI) examples. Findings on the relationship between TBI ...

6. 11 Top Myths About Bipolar Disorder, Busted

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   Fact: Bipolar disorder affects 3.3% of women and 2.6% of men each year, and 4.4% of both genders during their lifetimes, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. This equates to 45 ...

7. Bipolar II disorder - Wikipedia

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   The cause of Bipolar disorder can be attributed to misfiring neurotransmitters that overstimulate the amygdala, which in turn causes the prefrontal cortex to stop working properly. The bipolar patient becomes overwhelmed with emotional stimulation with no way of understanding it, which can trigger mania and exacerbate the effects of depression.