Posted by B2Chica on October 14, 2004, at 13:16:49
In reply to Re: Am I Bipolar?, posted by becksA on October 13, 2004, at 18:08:28
i've read a few things that state that some persons with bipolar their "hypomania" is seen more as a reprieve because their depression is so bad, they may not get euphoric but just above 'normal'. However, this is a fine line and i would suggest not jumping the gun on this (or any) Dx.
like ritch mentioned, there are many varieties of bipolar, including cyclothymia, which is a low level of bipolar (bp3). that doesn't mean you suffer less, but typically it does not majorly affect(disrupt) job abilities, or relationships.
and you may have a major depressive disorder with 'remissions'. To me that would be my guess...ahem..i am NO doctor and would never assume to dx you.
But those are some thoughts and maybe some questions you should ask your pdoc.
most importantly ASK QUESTIONS. if he puts you on another drug, make sure and ask him why, and what you should expect, and any side effects...etc.Best wishes
B2c.
> I'm 22, and no it's not like that...I just feel....happy. not euphoric, just happy....then ill slip back into the depressive state. how far i dip, that always varies. in any case, my doc is going to start me on lamictal in a couple weeks.
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