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How is bipolar disorder 1 diagnosed in adults?

I am a 21 year old male. I want to know how is bipolar disorder 1 diagnosed in adults?

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With good psychiatric evaluation
There must be a pattern of mood swings between depression and mania. Manic episodes include hyperactivity with decreased need for sleep and impaired judgement and often feelings of grandiosity.
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https://www.additudemag.com/bipolar-disorder-in-adults-recognizing-complex-symptoms/