Bipolar II Depression

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Also known as:  Bipolar II Illness

 

Description

Bipolar II Depression is a (less severe) form of Manic Depression.  It is distinguished from other forms of Manic Depression by short depressive episodes alternating with Hypomania.

 

These Substances may Alleviate Bipolar II Depression

Amino Acids

 Tryptophan may alleviate Bipolar II Depression. 

 

Symptoms of Bipolar I Depression

Nervous System

 The Hypomania form of Mania occurs during the manic phase of Bipolar II Depression.

 

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