Is having unrealistic goals a sign of mania?

I think that having only medication-induced mania is not considered technically adequate for a bipolar dx (according to the DSM.) Just so you know.

That might be why you aren't really identifying with manic symptoms. Many people have grand dreams and plans that amount to a hill of beans because it's hard to be realistic when it's not all that exciting.

I would recommend getting a second opinion, actually. Once a doc's mind is made up, they don't often like to change it.

Thank you. We'll see on Tuesday...my doc is a really good doc and very open-minded, never had a problem with him. I'm sure if I asked to get rediagnosed he would at least give it some thought...but you're right, I don't think a one-time manic episode can really tell, but what I think may happen is that my mind has been so spun that it's med-induced bipolar. I could be way off, but my grandmother is bipolar so I'm kind of set up for bipolar.