Is bipolar disorder genetic? Yes, but that doesn’t guarantee you’ll develop it – Business Insider Australia

Bipolar disorder, formerly known as manic depression, is a mental health disorder that involves extreme mood swings. It is estimated around 4.4% of adults in the US will experience bipolar disorder in their lifetimes. The average age of onset is 25, but it can also occur in teenagers and children.
Experts don’t know exactly what causes bipolar disorder, but research suggests that there is both a genetic component and environmental one that contribute to its development.
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