Manica, Bipolar Disorder and Cyclthymia

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Discussion on Mania, Bipolar Disorder and Cyclothymia
1. What is the difference between mania and hypomania?
2. Today, many youth who are psychiatrically hospitalized or assessed by a psychiatrist are being
given the diagnosis of bipolar disorder. Review the diagnostic criteria for this diagnosis,
particularly the text that indicates how this disorder may appear in children and adolescents.
Explain why you think this diagnosis is so prevalent currently.
3. Explain the difference between Bipolar disorder and cyclothymia.
[1,200 words; 6-9 sources APA style]