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Mood disorder that affects a person’s behavior lasting longer than two weeks
Results in disruption of activities of daily living and/or social activities
Symptoms may include disturbed sleep, diminished emotional reaction to circumstances and suicidal thinking
Cause unknown but may involve genetics, brain chemistry, hormones or personal and mental factors
Cannot be spread from person to person
Affects males and females but more common in females
Can occur at any age but more common in middle age to elderly adults
May be mild to severe
May become life threatening when associated with suicidal thinking
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Maintain a healthy diet
Keep track of your warning signs
Exercise regularly
Avoid smoking, alcohol and drugs
Connect with other people by joining a support group
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