I have mixed feelings I too was inpatient after a med induced (ad) manic episode. dxed as bipolar ll and put on mood meds. Was on depakote and had a very depressed life, after switching to lamictal my life has completely turned around. I felt i was misdiganosed and very resentful of the forced inpatient. Now a year and a half later my family says i am the best i have ever been, looking back i see bp traits for years prior to being dxed. For me being treated has been a blessing and i have found peace with it,,I hope the best for you whatever path you follow.