Sorry to hear that you still can't sleep; that is SO frustrating.

Just an aside, the DSM-IV-TR defines a manic (as opposed to hypomanic) episode as 7 days of manic symptoms (hypomanic is either 3 or 4, I forget). It only takes one manic episode for a DX of BP1, not that it makes any real difference.

It is a shame that you have to wait to see a pdoc...that can be very frustrating. You may want to keep a mood chart or journal to help the pdoc when you do see him. Chart your mood, hours of sleep, note any unusual behaviors (such as excessive spending, risky sexual behaviours or sudden major life decisions). Some people also chart excercise, meds taken, caffeine and other foods consumed.

Above all, don't worry about your diagnosis, whether you are 1 or 2 or something else; at this point it really doesn't make a huge difference, although you probably shouldn't take antidepressants as they will tend to encourage mania/hypomania. Learn as much as you can about bipolar, there is lots of good stuff out there. If you can find a good support group you should go; I've seen several folks with new diagnoses who were greatly relieved by what they learned.

Most of all, remember there are people who do understand and care; that can be easy to forget when you are in the middle of an episode at either end.

I wish you only the best, plenty of support and love as you learn to deal with bipolar disorder; it's going to be OK!

Hugs,
DJ