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Reducing Your Risk of Bipolar Disorder
Reducing Your Risk Reducing Your Risk of Bipolar Disorder
by
Amy Scholten, MPH There are no guidelines for preventing bipolar disorder because the cause is unknown. Scientists are actively searching for a better understanding of bipolar disorder and ways to prevent it.
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Last reviewed November 2012 by Rimas Lukas, MD Last Updated: 11/26/2012
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