Richard has been diagnosed with chronic bipolar disorder and hypothyroidism. Because of these coexisting conditions, he may have a higher risk of developing the _____ type of bipolar disorder.

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Chronic bipolar disorder and hypothyroidism are both risk factors for rapid cycling bipolar disorder, which is characterized by four or more mood episodes (including manic, hypomanic, or depressive episodes) in a year. Melancholic and dysthymic bipolar disorders are not recognized as distinct subtypes in current diagnostic systems, and seasonal bipolar disorder is a type of bipolar disorder that follows a specific seasonal pattern of mood changes.

Richard Has Been Diagnosed with Chronic Bipolar Disorder and Hypothyroidism