I have bipolar 1, but my symptoms or episodes arent the same anymore. I used to have great highs of energy and happiness. Now its depression, frustration, anxiety, irritable, sadness, hopelessness. I went to the hospital last year for suicide thoughts. They were awful. They said after 2 days and talking to me once, that I was Borderline personality disorder. That I was manipulating and it all just didnt sound like me. I always do for others first, to a fault. Anyways, they cancelled my insurance and have tried local clinics. They told me no meds, its all in my mind. That sleep is over rated. I have always had insomnia. I dont know what to do. I dont have money due to not being able to work. Can symptoms get worse with age, change, be a different diagnoses? I am at my wits end.
Hilt me assume you are indeed bipolar1 Personality Disorder can coexist but to label you of borderline personality is difficult with the information provided. In fact sometimes it may become a bit dicey to differentiate Bipolar Disorder, borderline personality disorder and ADHD. It is a matter of detailed history taking and reviewing the information from as many sources as possible. Now the effect of aging. Yes, Bipolar Disorder tend to get worse with age esp if left untreated. No, it will not change to be a different diagnosis, as they say-once a bipolar, always a bipolar. I think you should consult some other psychiatrist and start treatment Chat Doctor.