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Is it bipolar disorder or cyclothemia?

What's the difference between bipolar disorder and cyclothymia?

The difference between the two is a matter of degree. Cyclothymia is a milder version of bipolar disorder. There are no sharp lines dividing the different categories of mood disorders. These labels are a starting point for understanding a person's problem. When trying to diagnose a person, mental health professionals consider...

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