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Bipolar disorder is not just a single disorder, but a category of mood disorders marked by periods of abnormally high energy and euphoria, often accompanied by bouts of clinical depression. This is the place to talk about your experience with bipolar disorder, learn from others' experiences, and find support.

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Could it be a mixed state?

sfagrad
sfagrad
I self diagnosed myself as bipolar because I had mania along with depression. My dr said I had major depression but he said I could have mania with depression and not be bipolar. I am wondering if it could be a mixed state? I will talk to my dr next time I see him. He said I had agitation with my depression to. I take saphis for mood stabilization and welbutrin and lexapro. I am looking for an answer to what my diagnoses is.
tommymott
tommymott
Your self-diagnosis could be right, but I came to the realization years ago that the right treatment is more important than the correct diagnosis.
BabyShelby
BabyShelby
Wise words, Tommy. If your meds are working for you, sfagrad, that's what matters. Is the answer your seeking for your own personal knowledge or to satisfy others' inquiries?
sfagrad
sfagrad
It is just something I want to know for myself. My meds are working wonderfully. I have been stable for three years.
JennS
JennS
I'm glad you have been stable for so long. Hugs.
MayB
MayB
If you have been stable sfagrad that is great.

I have had a lot of trouble with mixed episodes I call them energized depressions. Careful they can be trouble....
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