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How to confirm if someone has Bipolar?
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Could we confirm if someone has Bipolar disorder or not? What is the recommended steps to take ahead?
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Bipolar disorder is a part of spectrum of illness. It's diagnosed by careful history taking and systematic assessment. The best and recommended step is to discuss it with a psychiatrist
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Dr. S Madhavan
Neuropsychiatrist
24 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi bipolar disorder is a clinical diagnosis. Please consult a Psychiatrist.
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maintain a mood diary. bipolar UK website gives mood chart and diary
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Dr. Raghav Shah
Addiction Psychiatrist
16 yrs exp
Jaipur
You will have to consult a psychiatrist as after a detailed assessment from a professional and some psychological testing only can it be confirmed if someone has bipolar or not.
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Dr. Jigneshchandra Chaudhary
Psychiatrist
9 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Clinical interview and scales
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consult to psychiatrist
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