In general, offspring of parents with bipolar disorder are at greater risk of developing a bipolar spectrum disorder than the general population.

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Research has shown that there is a genetic component to bipolar disorder, and offspring of parents with bipolar disorder are at a higher risk of developing the disorder themselves. The risk is estimated to be around 10-25% for children of a parent with bipolar disorder, compared to 1-2% for the general population.

In General, Offspring of Parents with Bipolar Disorder Are at Greater