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Bipolar and Mood Disorders


A MINUTE FOR KIDS: Nearly 1 in every 100 kids suffers from bipolar disorder and may suffer extreme mood swings. In kids these swings can happen much more rapidly. If your child is diagnosed be sure to contact your pediatrician for advice on treatment.


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The information contained in this publication should not be used as a substitute for the medical care and advice of your pediatrician. There may be variations in treatment that your pediatrician may recommend based on individual facts and circumstances.


See also:

-Acne—How to Treat and Control It

-Alcohol Abuse

-ASDs Family Handout—Health Care Transition: Moving From Adolescence to Adulthood






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