Many times ADD/ADHD and bipolar are hard to distinguish from each other. ADD behavior is consistent and is driven more by interest than by importance. Bipolar is cyclic and behavior is driven by mood. Many people have both disorders. 60% of those with ADD will also be bipolar.
I just received an email from a man who has been diagnosed with ADHD and is afraid to try stimulants because of […]
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