A member asked:

Drs dont agree on what bipolar type i have,seems 2 depend on my mood/behavior when they 1st meet me.been dx'd w bipolar i&ii,how 2 know who is rite??

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Bipolar Disorder: It may be more helpful to confirm diagnosis over a period of time rather than just a snapshot in time when you are first seen. Your ability to provide accurate historic information about your symptoms/ conditions can also impact correctness of diagnosis.

Answered 9/8/2014

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