again, i haven't really read ALL of the responses so i am sorry if i repeat.

i am schizoaffective, and it took a little while for the doctors to come to that. in fact, they are still debating whether or not i am schizophrenic! which is RUBBISH in my opinion, since my depression and mania are clear as the day is long.

anyways, keep your mood journal daily. there are online ones and even one for the iphone. seriously, keep notes meticulously. this is very important for the doctors to see. that is EVIDENCE, DATA, INFORMATION, in their eyes. what is going on with you will be much clearer to those who are treating you.