text: explain bipolar disorder.? been diagnosed with bipolar two disorder with add.  took them till i was 25 to figure it out.  can someone give me insight on this or where i can find more information. a bipolar disorder is also known as a maniac disorder.   this is a very dangerous phycholigical sickness in which a person can go completely nuts. that person may not only stop caring for their personal needs, but could also become dangerous to themselves,(could committ suicide), or dangerous to others around them,(could kill someone), if early treatment is not provided.  if you know someone with this disease, you should consult a psychologist immediately before its too late. a person with this disease could lead a normal life with proper medication and regular visit to their psychologist. if treatment is not provided for a long time,then there is also a risk of the patient going nuts forever