BP can manifest itself in a lot of strange ways, but I never heard of someone having a manic episode after reading about it. If this were possible, a lot of us would be bookmarking the definition of mania just for a way to get out of these interminable depressions.

When you say bp is diagnosed in the 20, that is true. But for most of us, the symptoms start much younger and in milder forms. You don't mention depressions and manias in your childhood and teen years, or a worsening of any symptoms with age.

I don't think this sounds like a case of bipolar. It sounds more to me like you have problems with anxiety and are highly suggestible and need to quit researching and see a professional. Give them the facts and feelings, leaving out the psych terms, and let them come up with the diagnosis.