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I used to be depressed a while ago; however i have not felt the symptoms of being depressed for some time now. my psychiatrist thinks i have bipolar 2 but i'm skeptical. the confirming symptom of my psychiatrist's presumption was the fact that i could s
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Bipolar vs unipolar: In teaching residents, I've said a severe depression in someone under 30 has to be watched for having bipolar disorder. Your psychiatrist is wise in keeping this diagnostic option open. It's important for you to be especially careful about not trying drugs and alcohol as these may trigger episodes. Eat healthy, exercise regularly and keep contact with your psychiatrist even if off meds
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