I've spent some time recently wondering about the possibility of having bipolar 2 instead of just depression. I have to admit it would be a relief to be able to put a true name to what's going on since "depression" is extremely common and can be used to describe a state that lasts as little as two weeks. Mine can last months or years (which I know is typical for some). I also have anxiety. I wonder sometimes what exactly hypomania is and what the difference is between that and just feeling not depressed. Like if I go through periods of depression for months then being "happy" for months, is that just part of being human or could it be another disorder?