Bipolar II disorder

Bipolar II Disorder is a bipolar spectrum disorder characterized by at least one hypomanic episode and at least one major depressive episode; with this disorder, depressive episodes are more frequent and more intense than manic episodes. It is believed to be underdiagnosed because hypomanic behavior often presents as high-functioning behavior. A. Presence (or history) of one or more Major Depressive Episodes. B. Presence (or history) of at least ... more
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