I kept denying it for a long time and told myself I am just depressed and anxious... besides, I would go from high to low in the same day- not typical for someone who is Bipolar. I recently sought help and knew the diagnosis before the nurse practitioner even said it... Mixed Episode Rapid Cycling Bipolar Disorder. My mania typically isn't bad and I find that my bursts of inspiration come at these times (which is defiantly a good thing in grad school); but the depression can hit hard and when mixed with mania can be a serious issue. I have been depressed since I can remember, even at four years old. Mania and anxiety weren't problems until I was older. However, this is my diagnosis and I must accept it and face it head on.

Does anyone else have this diagnosis? I know it's rare...