My pdoc said that ADHD and Bipolar symptoms overlap and you really can't start looking ADHD until you have the bipolar under control. Once we got my bipolar under control we looked at the possibility of ADHD and when he was pretty sure that I had it we started meds for that too. However, we have to keep a close eye on it because stimulants can cause manic episodes.

Best thing to do is to talk and work with your doctor to the right diagnosis.

Best of luck!