What’s the difference between Bipolar I and Bipolar II?

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If you’ve experienced the full criteria for a manic episode, you may get a diagnosis of Bipolar I Disorder. If you have manic symptoms but are not seriously impaired by them and have also experienced depression, you may receive a diagnosis of Bipolar II Disorder. Finally, if you’ve experienced manic and depressive symptoms without meeting the requirements for a full manic or depressive episode, your doctor may diagnose you with Cyclothymic Disorder.