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Keep Talking: Parents and the Waiting Game
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Child-rearing can be a challenging and emotional process for anyone. But the stress increases in families with a history of bipolar disorder, who must worry about distinguishing normal childhood upheavals from the signs of an emerging illness.
bp Magazine’s in-depth story, Parents and the Waiting Game, details useful guidelines for parents. While children of bipolar parents are at a higher risk for mood disorders in general, parents are urged to watch but not overreact to normal behavioral issues, especially among teenagers.
Click here to read the full article.
Are you a parent who is watchful of your child exhibiting signs of earl-onset or teen bipolar disorder? If so, how do you monitor these concerns?
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