Depression
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Depression & Bipolar Disorder
People affected by bipolar disorder experience mood fluctuations or alternating swings, from mania and depression.
Facts
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The average length of a depressive episode for those suffering bipolar disorder is four months
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Individuals with bipolar disorder typically spend more time in depression than mania
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Depression is often the mood disabling mood state
Major Concern
Risk of suicide,
suicidal ideation, suicidal thoughts, plans, gestures, attempts, or
an elaborate suicidal plan.
The lifetime risk of suicide in individuals with bipolar disorder is estimated to be at least 15 times that of the general population