I lean toward saying I am depressed. Only maybe say I'm on medication/s. I do not tell anyone I am BP. Not worth it and most of the public have a stigma about mental illness. I wouldn't tell mom (she passed away maybe 10 yes ago) unless for some reason I needed to. If I did, I would expect her not to take it too well, and ask me what's wrong with you? Probably couldn't explain it to her satisfaction anyway.

I see no reason to tell in case you go into a hospital for an injury, but unsure about a mental breakdown. I'd guess family would find out soon after anyway. Then just maybe it would be better for the "doctor" to explain it to them anyway.

For weight gain? I'd go with what ever Dr. Abby advised.