2006-10-03 10:24:30 · 12 answers · asked by tiniv71 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
In short.. yes.
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Bipolar disorder runs in families. More than 2/3 of people with bipolar disorder have at least one close relative with the disorder or with unipolar major depression, indicating that the disease has a genetic component.
Studies seeking to identify the genetic basis of bipolar disorder indicate that susceptibility stems from multiple genes. Scientists are continuing their search for these genes, using advanced genetic analytic methods and large samples of families affected by the illness. The researchers are hopeful that identification of susceptibility genes for bipolar disorder, and the brain proteins they code for, will make it possible to develop better treatments and preventive interventions targeted at the underlying illness process.
Try : http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/tv_and_radio/secret_life/secret_life_manic_depression.pdf
2006-10-03 10:35:25 · answer #1 · answered by David 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. There is a hereditary link for bipolar disorder but it does not mean that everyone with bipolar disorder will have children that are bipolar it just increases the chances.
2006-10-03 17:44:09 · answer #2 · answered by nicole26 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is very possible genetically. I have two sons by a bipolar ex and they are your everyday, normal, goofy, teenagers. I make sure they understand if there are any problems they need to talk to someone.
2006-10-03 10:33:10 · answer #3 · answered by lucky_lady_blazing 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I say yes. I have a daughter with bi-ploar and mental illness runs heavily along her dad side of the family. I don't have it but do suffer from depression. So I say yes.
2006-10-03 11:06:48 · answer #4 · answered by Danielle J 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I haven't seen anything scientifically connecting the two but I believe it can be passed. If blue eyes and green eyes can be passed why can't a disease be passed like ovarian cancer... that's hereditary. I think you can pass bi-polar disease.
2006-10-03 10:33:30 · answer #5 · answered by Redneck Girl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No I don't think it is...BUT...children learn what they see from their parents...so you need to make sure you if you have it to make sure you are getting the help you need because if can pass on your attitude and bad habits to your kids without knowing.
2006-10-03 10:27:43 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes- there is a genetic link to that disorder.
2006-10-03 10:31:23 · answer #7 · answered by inquisitive 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call your local doctor and he will refer you to the right person so you could get the right information.
2006-10-03 10:33:15 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, They have found that bipolar does tend to be heriditary.
2006-10-03 10:28:54 · answer #9 · answered by Tara C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it is... Both of my parents have it and so do I and my brother
2006-10-03 10:41:49 · answer #10 · answered by izzy k 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋