I've been having serious anxiety issues due to extreme pressure at work, and it's good to know that it's not really my BP that's to blame---it's just situational, even though it's a pain in my arse and is causing me to lose most of this month's work days due to being out on medical leave. Slowly but surely, I'm beginning to be able to make the distinction b/t bipolar episodes and other emotional responses, which may not feel any better at the time they're happening but don't need medications.