{"id":4050,"date":"2026-09-05T17:33:20","date_gmt":"2026-09-05T14:33:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wniss.com\/?p=4050"},"modified":"2026-09-05T17:34:21","modified_gmt":"2026-09-05T14:34:21","slug":"diagnostic-standards-of-dsm-5-bipolar-classification","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/diagnostic-standards-of-dsm-5-bipolar-classification\/","title":{"rendered":"Diagnostic Standards of DSM 5 Bipolar Classification"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DSM-5_Bipolar_Classification_Diagnostic_Standards_and_Criteria\"><\/span>DSM-5 Bipolar Classification: Diagnostic Standards and Criteria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>DSM-5 bipolar classification<\/strong> provides standardized diagnostic criteria used by mental health professionals to identify and differentiate bipolar spectrum disorders. The classification focuses on the presence, duration, severity, and impact of <strong>manic episodes, hypomanic episodes, and depressive episodes<\/strong> while also considering functional impairment, psychotic symptoms, and medical or substance-related causes.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" 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and Criteria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/diagnostic-standards-of-dsm-5-bipolar-classification\/#Main_Bipolar_Disorder_Categories_in_DSM-5\" >Main Bipolar Disorder Categories in DSM-5<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/diagnostic-standards-of-dsm-5-bipolar-classification\/#Bipolar_I_Disorder_Diagnostic_Criteria\" >Bipolar I Disorder Diagnostic Criteria<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/diagnostic-standards-of-dsm-5-bipolar-classification\/#Criteria_for_a_Manic_Episode\" >Criteria for a Manic Episode<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/diagnostic-standards-of-dsm-5-bipolar-classification\/#Bipolar_II_Disorder_Diagnostic_Criteria\" >Bipolar II Disorder Diagnostic Criteria<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/diagnostic-standards-of-dsm-5-bipolar-classification\/#Hypomanic_Episode_Criteria\" >Hypomanic Episode Criteria<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/diagnostic-standards-of-dsm-5-bipolar-classification\/#Major_Depressive_Episode_Criteria_in_Bipolar_Disorders\" >Major Depressive Episode Criteria in Bipolar Disorders<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/diagnostic-standards-of-dsm-5-bipolar-classification\/#Cyclothymic_Disorder_DSM-5_Criteria\" >Cyclothymic Disorder DSM-5 Criteria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/diagnostic-standards-of-dsm-5-bipolar-classification\/#Bipolar_Disorder_Specifiers_in_DSM-5\" >Bipolar Disorder Specifiers in DSM-5<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/diagnostic-standards-of-dsm-5-bipolar-classification\/#Common_Specifiers_Include\" >Common Specifiers Include:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/diagnostic-standards-of-dsm-5-bipolar-classification\/#DSM-5_Differences_Between_Bipolar_I_and_Bipolar_II\" >DSM-5 Differences Between Bipolar I and Bipolar II<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/diagnostic-standards-of-dsm-5-bipolar-classification\/#Differential_Diagnosis_Conditions_That_Can_Mimic_Bipolar_Disorder\" >Differential Diagnosis: Conditions That Can Mimic Bipolar Disorder<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/diagnostic-standards-of-dsm-5-bipolar-classification\/#DSM-5_Assessment_Considerations\" >DSM-5 Assessment Considerations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/diagnostic-standards-of-dsm-5-bipolar-classification\/#Medical_Disclaimer\" >Medical Disclaimer<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Main_Bipolar_Disorder_Categories_in_DSM-5\"><\/span>Main Bipolar Disorder Categories in DSM-5<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"><div tabindex=\"-1\" class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\"><table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"><thead><tr><th class=\"last:pe-10\">Bipolar Disorder Type<\/th><th class=\"last:pe-10\">Core Diagnostic Feature<\/th><th class=\"last:pe-10\">Key Episode Required<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Bipolar I Disorder<\/td><td>At least one manic episode<\/td><td>Manic episode<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bipolar II Disorder<\/td><td>Hypomanic episodes plus major depressive episodes<\/td><td>Hypomanic + depressive episodes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cyclothymic Disorder<\/td><td>Chronic mood instability with milder symptoms<\/td><td>Hypomanic and depressive symptoms without full episodes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Other Specified Bipolar and Related Disorder<\/td><td>Bipolar symptoms causing impairment but not meeting full criteria<\/td><td>Clinician-specified pattern<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Unspecified Bipolar and Related Disorder<\/td><td>Bipolar-like symptoms with insufficient information<\/td><td>Not otherwise classified<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><div class=\"relative h-0 self-end select-none\"><div class=\"absolute end-0 flex items-end\" style=\"height: 48.8906px;\"><span class=\"\"><button aria-label=\"\u0646\u0633\u062e \u0627\u0644\u062c\u062f\u0648\u0644\" class=\"hover:bg-token-bg-tertiary text-token-text-secondary relative z-10 my-1 rounded-sm p-1 transition-opacity group-[:not(:hover):not(:focus-within)]:pointer-events-none group-[:not(:hover):not(:focus-within)]:opacity-0\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"icon\"><use href=\"\/cdn\/assets\/sprites-core-18ad762e.svg#ce3544\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<hr>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bipolar_I_Disorder_Diagnostic_Criteria\"><\/span>Bipolar I Disorder Diagnostic Criteria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>According to DSM-5 standards, <strong>Bipolar I Disorder<\/strong> requires the occurrence of <strong>at least one manic episode<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>A major depressive episode is common but <strong>not required<\/strong> for diagnosis.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Criteria_for_a_Manic_Episode\"><\/span>Criteria for a Manic Episode<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A manic episode is defined as a distinct period of:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Abnormally and persistently elevated, expansive, or irritable mood<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Increased goal-directed activity or energy<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Lasting <strong>at least one week<\/strong> (or any duration if hospitalization is required)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>During this period, <strong>three or more symptoms<\/strong> must be present (four if mood is only irritable):<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p>Inflated self-esteem or grandiosity<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Decreased need for sleep<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Increased talkativeness or pressure to keep talking<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Racing thoughts or flight of ideas<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Distractibility<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Increased goal-directed activity or psychomotor agitation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Excessive involvement in risky activities, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Spending excessively<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Unsafe sexual behavior<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Reckless driving<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Poor business decisions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The episode must cause:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Significant impairment in social or occupational functioning<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Hospitalization to prevent harm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Psychotic features in severe cases<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bipolar_II_Disorder_Diagnostic_Criteria\"><\/span>Bipolar II Disorder Diagnostic Criteria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Bipolar II Disorder<\/strong> requires:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p>At least one <strong>hypomanic episode<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>At least one <strong>major depressive episode<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>No history of a manic episode<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hypomanic_Episode_Criteria\"><\/span>Hypomanic Episode Criteria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A hypomanic episode involves:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>A clearly noticeable change from usual behavior<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Elevated, expansive, or irritable mood<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Increased energy or activity<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Lasting at least <strong>four consecutive days<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Symptoms include the same pattern seen in mania:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Reduced need for sleep<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Increased confidence<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>More rapid speech<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Racing thoughts<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Greater productivity or activity<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Increased distractibility<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Risk-taking behavior<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>However, hypomania differs from mania because it:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Does not cause severe functional impairment<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Does not require hospitalization<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Does not include psychotic features<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Depressive_Episode_Criteria_in_Bipolar_Disorders\"><\/span>Major Depressive Episode Criteria in Bipolar Disorders<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A major depressive episode requires at least <strong>five symptoms<\/strong> during the same two-week period.<\/p>\n<p>At least one symptom must be:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Depressed mood, or<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Loss of interest or pleasure (anhedonia)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Other symptoms may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Significant weight or appetite changes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Insomnia or excessive sleeping<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Restlessness or slowed movement<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Fatigue or low energy<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Difficulty concentrating<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Recurrent thoughts of death or suicidal thoughts<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These symptoms must cause clinically significant distress or impairment.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cyclothymic_Disorder_DSM-5_Criteria\"><\/span>Cyclothymic Disorder DSM-5 Criteria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cyclothymic disorder involves long-term mood fluctuations that do not reach the severity of full bipolar episodes.<\/p>\n<p>Criteria include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Numerous periods of hypomanic symptoms<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Numerous periods of depressive symptoms<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Symptoms lasting at least <strong>two years in adults<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Symptoms present for at least half the time<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>No symptom-free period longer than two months<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The symptoms must cause significant distress or impairment.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bipolar_Disorder_Specifiers_in_DSM-5\"><\/span>Bipolar Disorder Specifiers in DSM-5<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>DSM-5 includes additional specifiers that describe the current presentation and severity.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Specifiers_Include\"><\/span>Common Specifiers Include:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>With anxious distress<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Excessive worry<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Feeling tense or restless<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Fear that something bad will happen<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>With mixed features<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Symptoms of depression and mania occurring together<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>With rapid cycling<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Four or more mood episodes within 12 months<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>With psychotic features<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Delusions or hallucinations occurring during mood episodes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>With melancholic features<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Severe loss of pleasure<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Lack of mood reactivity<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Biological symptoms such as early morning awakening<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>With seasonal pattern<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Episodes linked to seasonal changes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DSM-5_Differences_Between_Bipolar_I_and_Bipolar_II\"><\/span>DSM-5 Differences Between Bipolar I and Bipolar II<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"><div tabindex=\"-1\" class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\"><table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"><thead><tr><th class=\"last:pe-10\">Feature<\/th><th class=\"last:pe-10\">Bipolar I<\/th><th class=\"last:pe-10\">Bipolar II<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Mania<\/td><td>Required<\/td><td>Not present<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hypomania<\/td><td>May occur<\/td><td>Required<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Major depression<\/td><td>May occur<\/td><td>Required<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Severity<\/td><td>Often more severe<\/td><td>Depression can be highly disabling<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Psychosis<\/td><td>Possible during mania<\/td><td>Not during hypomania<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hospitalization<\/td><td>Possible or common during mania<\/td><td>Usually not required<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><div class=\"relative h-0 self-end select-none\"><div class=\"absolute end-0 flex items-end\" style=\"height: 32.8906px;\"><span class=\"\"><button aria-label=\"\u0646\u0633\u062e \u0627\u0644\u062c\u062f\u0648\u0644\" class=\"hover:bg-token-bg-tertiary text-token-text-secondary relative z-10 my-1 rounded-sm p-1 transition-opacity group-[:not(:hover):not(:focus-within)]:pointer-events-none group-[:not(:hover):not(:focus-within)]:opacity-0\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"icon\"><use href=\"\/cdn\/assets\/sprites-core-18ad762e.svg#ce3544\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<hr>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Differential_Diagnosis_Conditions_That_Can_Mimic_Bipolar_Disorder\"><\/span>Differential Diagnosis: Conditions That Can Mimic Bipolar Disorder<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Clinicians must rule out other causes of mood changes, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Major depressive disorder<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Attention-deficit\/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Borderline personality disorder<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Substance-induced mood disorders<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Thyroid disorders<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Medication effects<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Schizoaffective disorder<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Anxiety disorders<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A careful clinical assessment is required because symptoms such as irritability, impulsivity, sleep problems, and mood swings can occur in multiple conditions.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DSM-5_Assessment_Considerations\"><\/span>DSM-5 Assessment Considerations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Diagnosis typically involves:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Detailed psychiatric history<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Timeline of mood episodes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Family psychiatric history<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Evaluation of sleep patterns<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Assessment of functioning<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Screening for substance use<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Medical evaluation when needed<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Mood tracking and information from family members may help clarify patterns, especially when individuals do not recognize manic symptoms.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Medical_Disclaimer\"><\/span>Medical Disclaimer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The information provided here is for educational purposes only and does not replace evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment by a qualified mental health professional. Bipolar disorder diagnosis requires a comprehensive clinical assessment. Do not use this information to self-diagnose or change medications without consulting a healthcare provider.<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>DSM-5 Bipolar Classification: Diagnostic Standards and Criteria The DSM-5 bipolar classification provides standardized diagnostic criteria used by mental health professionals to identify [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[730],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4050","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-depression"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4050","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/11"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4050"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4050\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5823,"href":"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4050\/revisions\/5823"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4050"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4050"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wniss.com\/en-gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4050"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}