Hello there. I was diagnosed three years ago but am only getting sufficient treatment for my bipolar now. I just started Lithium and it's finally hitting me that this is something I have to live with for the rest of my life. But having a diagnosis helps, at least for me, because it brings you one step closer to living a healthy life without your moods, thoughts, and behavior all over the place. I hope everything works out and that you get the treatment you need.