Bipolar disorder (BD) is a serious psychological disorder known for its dramatic mood shifts that range from the lows of depression to the highs of mania. the condition is often characterized by racing thoughts and decreased need for sleep, as well as its profound lows of sadness and despair. Considerable attention has focused on BD as it is also associated with a heightened risk of suicide, substance abuse, hypersexuality, familial discord, and aggressive behavior.
While previous research has shown that children of parents with bipolar disorder are at a greater risk of developing psychiatric disorders, the psychosocial implications of being raised by parents with BD has been ignored — until now. A new study conducted by researchers from Concordia University shows that children of parents with BD are more susceptible to psychosocial problems, most notably risky sexual behavior....
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Charles R. Davenport, Psy.D.
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