Bipolar Disorder in Child
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Why it's difficult to diagnose
Bipolar Child
Dense but well-written article on the nature of psychiatry and the difficulty of getting the correct diagnosis of bipolar disorder in children.
Misunderstanding faces
Bipolar Child
In a recent study, children and teens with bipolar disorder read neutral faces as hostile, as opposed to children without the disorder.
As young as age six
NAMI
Read some FAQs parents often have after a getting a diagnosis of bipolar disorder in their child. Answers include long-term side effects of some medications.
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Childhood bipolar documentary
Beyond Nuclear
Do you see something different in your child? Watch this clip of an upcoming documentary about children with bipolar disorder and their families.
If you are the parent of a child with bipolar disorder in school, let teachers and officials know, so that special accommodations can be made.
For older kids to read
KidsHealth
Find out more about bipolar disorder in children, with your child. This Web site is geared toward children but might be helpful for adults.
Groups for parents
New Scientist
It's not easy caring for a child with bipolar disorder. In this group, you can share stories and get advice from other parents going through the same struggles.
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Worth a thousand words
DBSAlliance
A diagnosis of bipolar disorder in your child is difficult to deal with. This PDF file helps parents explain bipolar disorder and includes patient drawings.
Learn about bipolar disorder in children from the people who treat it. This simple-to-read overview addresses statistics, symptoms and treatments.
A recent study showed that bipolar disorder in children is marked by longer periods of symptoms, and rapid cycling.
ADHD or bipolar disorder?
AdhdNews
ADHD and bipolar disorder can present similarly in children. In fact, many adolescents have a dual diagnosis. Find out more about the similarities and differences.
NYU Child Study Center
AboutOurKids
Find out more about bipolar disorder in children, with this nicely-designed and easy-to-navigate Web site.
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What parents can do
BPKids
From symptoms, to differential diagnosis, to finding the right doctor, learn more about caring for your child with bipolar disorder.
Childhood mental illness
YouTube
While this video doesn't specifically address bipolar disorder in children, it gives a glimpse into the lives of families struggling with childhood mental illness.
The FDA recently approved Risperdal for bipolar disorder in children ages 10-17. Short consumer update you can print and bring to your child's doctor.

