I have only taken two meds for my moods--lexapro and lamictal. Those were "mistakes" in a way because I had bad reactions, in particular to the lexapro. I know this is expected with bipolar disorder, but the fact that I had an unusual reaction the lamictal as well makes me question what is up with how I respond to meds. I don't know if things will be better if I find the right meds, but I am now realizing that my anxiety, situational stress, and patterns of not taking care of myself are exacerbating my mood disorder. So, I am probably going to see if therapy helps me first. Despite some serious symptoms I have had, I don't get full blown mania or psychosis or anything. I think if I had those symptoms I think I would definitely want to be on meds. It's a tough choice, though.