- Should A Man With Bipolar Have Kids?
QUESTION:
Dear Dr. Heller,
Should a male person with bipolar depression have kids or not? If yes, please advise what precautions need to be taken before planning for kids. If not, please explain why.
ANSWER:
There is a significantly increased risk of bipolar disorder and probably other mental health disorders in the children. Whether this increased risk dissuades you from having children is a decision you have to make for yourself.
