I, too, was treated for unipolar depression before being dxed wityh bipolar 1. It took about a year of trial & error before finding the right meds for me (I take lots). I also went into therapy. I had to change from a high-stress job to a low-stress part-time job. I just wasn't capable of living under all that stress anymore. There will be life adjustments to make as you learn how to handle bp.

Realize there is hope, but it might take awhile to get you to a stable place & then you do have to take the responsibility of doing what is needed to maintain wellness.

Glad you are here.--Suzy