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- Both men and women are affected at the same rate.

- Genetics and one’s family history appear to both have some influence over the likelihood of being diagnosed with bipolar disorder.

- Differing rates of bipolar disorder have not been reported for different races.

- Lower socioeconomic status may be slightly linked to a higher rate of bipolar disorder.

- Men and women have an equal chance of being diagnosed with the disorder.

Extracts from Who Gets Bipolar Disorder? Psych Central Blog:

Who Gets Bipolar Disorder? | Psych Central