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Why is it called bipolar disorder? - Psychology

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Why is it called bipolar disorder?

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It is called bipolar because “bi” means two and “polar” means opposite. The disorder includes two extreme poles of mood one low (depression) and one high (mania). The person shifts between these two opposite emotional states, which is why it is named Bipolar Disorder.

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Chapter 5: Psychological Disorders and Psychotherapy - Questions [Page 5.57]

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Girishbala Mohanty Psychology [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 5 Psychological Disorders and Psychotherapy
Questions | Q 18. (ii) | Page 5.57
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