I am wondering how long it took for you to be diagnosed? I started having problems after my daughter was born. I see a psychiatrist and therapist and they have never mentioned that I have it...But some of what I have read does seem familiar. I have depression, anxiety, some ocd, and very recently was tested for add and now have another medication on my list. I am very creative and artsy too and emotional...I have never had highs where I can't sleep, but do like to spend, have never really been on like a spree...but definately spent for emotional fulfillment or a lift. I have shared these things and like a said no one has suggested it .