I would like to know if i have been misdiagnosed with bipolar disorder.?

Second opinion: Seek an evaluation by another psychiatrist. Best to keep your current doctor in the loop.

In addition: When you seek a second opinion, bring someone (family member, spouse, close friend) who can provide independent information to the consulting health professional. This "collateral" information is often very useful in helping to rule in or out diagnoses.

Not uncommon: Higher energy phases can be explained by a number of things: 1) hyperfocus of adhd; 2) inordinate anxiety; 3) medications or substance abuse; 4) sleep deprivation; 5) prolonged stress; 6) medical illness. The mdq (mood disorder questionnaire) can facilitate discernment. Self-identified mood extremes, others confrontation about unusual behavior - are you on something? Can't you slow down?

Get a thorough eval: Many professionals have raised concern about a sharp rise in the number of individuals diagnosed with bipolar, and more than 75% of our bipolar assessment referrals are now for second opinions. As with most psychiatric conditions ruling out medical causes through a physician or psychiartis comes first. Next thorough history and even psychological testing with a experienced clinical psychologist.