Posted by Libby on June 22, 2000, at 9:00:22
In reply to Differential Diagnosis: ADD - Bipolar II, posted by Libby on June 21, 2000, at 13:52:30
Thanks Janice. I don't have the kinds of rages they describe as Bipolar. I tend to build up, explode, then realize I flipped out and apologize. Given a short time to calm down, I always realize how out of proportion my response was and feel ashamed I got so out of control.
On the other hand, I don't have a history of school problems, which seems to be one of the major ADD criteria. However, I do have a history of problems at work, which have gotten progressively worse over the years, due to my extreme impulsivity and inattention. I have a reputation as unreliable to both my family and my coworkers.Could I ask how long you have had both diagnoses,
what meds you are on, and if you wouldn't mind
answering... what quality of life are you looking forward to with treatment? Also, are you rapid cycling? Both ADD & Bipolar diagnoses are new to me. I'm really afraid of the Bipolar label.
ADD seems more "acceptable" to me. Did you ever
feel like that?Thanks, L.
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