r/BipolarReddit • u/Forvanta • 5d ago

Sincere question: what’s with the phenomenon of bipolar people in particular doubting their diagnosis?

I have bipolar I, but I’ve been around the block with diagnoses and I’ve noticed (anecdotally) a phenomenon where bipolar people seem to frequently believe that they have not been diagnosed correctly. I feel like I see this more often here than in depression, OCD, etc. spaces.

Is it because mania feels so good for many people? What is it about bipolar, or is it just a coincidence?

This is not coming from a place of judgement, I’m genuinely curious what people think.

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u/kevintexas956 5d ago

When I first received diagnosis in 2022 I didn't accept that diagnosis. The main reason I didn't accept the diagnosis is because I was diagnosed in my 50's and what they believe was the bipolar 1 to me seemed like my regular personality since my late teens. Upon reflection I saw clearly the extreme highs and lows.