Test Your Knowledge of Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder is often misunderstood. Take a moment with this brief quiz to learn more about this illness.
Multiple Choice
1. How many people in the United States have bipolar disorder?
A. Less than one million people
B. About 1.5 million people
C. More than 2.5 million people
The correct answer is C. More than 2.5 million people have been told they have bipolar disorder.
However, many other people may have bipolar disorder and not know it because the illness can be hard to recognize.
2. True or False?
People with bipolar disorder are just weak. They could snap out of it if they really wanted to.
True
False
The answer is false. Bipolar disorder is a medical condition. It is a disease of the brain. You can't just get over bipolar disorder. You need to see a doctor who treats bipolar illnesses.
3. True or False?
No one else knows when I'm feeling manic or depressed.
True
False
The answer is false. Often, people with bipolar disorder don't know they're having problems. Sometimes, friends or family members can see when you're having trouble, even when you can't.
