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Youth Perspectives on Risk Awareness Related to Familial Bipolar Disorder: A Qualitative Investigation

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  • Yusef Ahmed

  • Freja Pind Pilegaard

  • Stine Pedersen

  • Maj Vinberg

  • Christina Wagner

  • December 16, 2025

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    Bipolar disorder has a strong genetic component, significantly increasing the risk of developing the condition in offspring of affected parents.

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    Children of parents with bipolar disorder face unique challenges, including emotional distress and stigma, which can hinder their help-seeking behavior.

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    The study explores how youth perceive their parent's bipolar disorder and their own risk, emphasizing the importance of their perspectives in preventive interventions.

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    Family-Focused Therapy for High-Risk Youth is a promising intervention that aims to improve communication and coping strategies among at-risk youth.

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    Qualitative interviews with offspring aged 15 to 25 provide insights into their experiences and needs regarding mental health support and familial risk.

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My risk perception; perspectives from youth at familial risk for bipolar disorder: a qualitative study

  • by Yusef Ahmed, Freja Pind Pilegaard, Stine Pedersen, Maj Vinberg, Christina Wagner

  • December 16, 2025

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