Posted by shar on November 20, 2003, at 19:32:59
In reply to Question about Manic and Compulsive Episodes, posted by TexasChic on November 18, 2003, at 10:47:11
If I were you, I would find out information about Bipolar II, which is pretty distinct from Bipolar I. In addition, I would make sure that any person who attempted to diagnose me knew ALL of my symptoms. Whether it was over spending, over sexing, over partying, OR depression that was paralyzing and kept me in bed for days, weeks, or months..........
So often, BP II folks are diagnosed with depression because that is their 'presenting problem' but the pdoc or whomever is in charge doesn't take a Complete history (that might include manic or hypomanic episodes).
All I can say is, tell them everything. I am not BP II. But, if you have periods of depression along with partying and fun and buying sprees and lotsa sex and parties, or any of the above.....versus other symptoms............ that may help with your dx.
I wish you the best of luck. Manic and depressive episodes pretty much go together. If you don't have ANY depression, that is important to say.
Shar
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