I know what you mean about labels. Some people speak about certain labels in a condescending manner, so now those types of labels--especially "alcoholic"--have negative connotations. Of course, not all labels are like that, but certain ones are.

I'm actually bothered by my new label, "bipolar 1 disorder, most recent episode manic, with mood-incongruent psychotic features." It's the "psychotic features" part that I don't like. I know the label is accurate, but at the same time, I feel like people will think I'm batshit crazy if I tell them.