Posted by ramsea on November 25, 2003, at 10:28:47
In reply to You people make me laugh, posted by tricksaturnsc2 on November 24, 2003, at 20:10:16
I was told by my pdoc, and have read it in the DiagnosticManual, that a clinical Mixed Episode contains sufficient criteria for both a Manic episode and an episode of Major Depression. Then, to be labelled Bipolar 1 means having experienced at least one manic episode. Apparently a Mixed Episode would qualify one for Bipolar 1, based on the Manic aspect. It's just that the person is also having a true depressive episode at the same time as the manic episode.
I believe these distinctions can be tricky for doctors to make---not to mention what it's like for patients to have to experience. I don't care, so long as my treatment enables me to get on in life.
You have a disturbing tale to tell, but it is important for people to hear about experiences like yours. Good luck.
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