Jesse Jackson Jr. diagnosed with bipolar disorder

[CatWoman]

CHICAGO (Reuters) - U.S. Representative Jesse Jackson Jr. is being treated for bipolar disorder at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, the clinic said on Monday.

The Chicago Democrat and son of civil rights leader and former presidential candidate Jesse Jackson "is responding well to the treatment and regaining his strength," the Mayo Clinic said in a statement.

The clinic said Jackson was being treated for bipolar II depression, a condition that affects the parts of the brain controlling emotion, thought and drive.

Millions of people have bipolar disorder, sometimes called manic depression. It is marked by highs and lows of mood, and can be treated by medication and psychological counseling, according to the Mayo Clinic's website.

Bipolar II disorder is less severe than bipolar I, according to the clinic. Bipolar I can result in severe and dangerous manic episodes.

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[FLyellowdog]

1. I wish him well. That's often a difficult diagnosis to treat.

[hifiguy]

2. The good thing is that this should be manageable with

medication.

The bad thing is that you have to go through such hell to get a diagnosis. I've battled depression for most of the last fifteen years and it is a hard, cold slog.

All best wishes and good vibes to Rep. Jackson!