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Question:
My doctor diagnosed me as bipolar about three years ago, which I have trouble believing.  I had suffered for years with depression and sometimes with psychotic features.  At the time I was diagnosed as bipolar I must admit I slept little, had loads of energy, spent a LOT of money that I couldn't spare, and I felt an incredible sense of well-being and happiness.  I seemed to go non stop.  I told my doctor it felt like I was in the Indianapolis 500.  It lasted about eight months.

I have not felt that way in over 2 ˝ years.  My depression comes back, with the psychotic features but I haven't felt "manic" again.  Does that positively sound like Bipolar to you?

Thank you for your help.


Dr. Heller's Answer:
It definitely sounds like bipolar.  While it’s possible you have other diagnoses, what you describe is very consistent with bipolar.

The official criteria for a mania episode can be found at:
http://www.BiologicalUnhappiness.com/ManiaDSM.htm

The official criteria for bipolar I can be found at:
http://www.BiologicalUnhappiness.com/Bipolar1.htm


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