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Originally Posted by sheltiemom2007
Looking for an alternate diagnosis isn't going to change the symptoms you are suffering from. In fact you may be treated with the wrong meds and get the inaccurate treatment. Only a psychiatrist should diagnose serious mental illnesses like bipolar 1 disorder or bipolar 2 disorder.
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Although, I agree bipolar is a mental illness with potentially serious symptoms, please do not assume anyone who lives with bipolar suffers in the same way. If you are uncomfortable with taking medication from a stranger, I would absolutely talk with a psychologist. A clinical psychologist will recommend you go to a psychiatrist for medication if that is his or her professional opinion. But ultimately, I believe it is your choice whether you want to utilize prescription meds to help determine your diagnosis and learn one path to living a healthy life with your diagnosis.