I just got diagnosed with Bipolar after my doctor witnessed my manic episode when I began taking Effexor XR and was out of Seroquel. It was absolutely terrifying. However, the manic episodes have been happening for years but I’ve been on Seroquel for years so that masked the episodes.

Bipolar runs in my family. However, I was in denial. After my manic episode in March, I realized that I had to face it.

I am still adjusting to the diagnosis. However, my family and other people have been less than supportive. That has lead to me feeling alone.