Problem: Bipolar Disorder runs strong in my family. My mom, her sister, their dad, his mom, all had/have it.
I'm 18, and the more time goes, the more I worry that I am developing this disorder. I've taken several self tests and read many articles on the subject, and it seems to me like I'm turning bipolar. My friends in school always tease me about my sudden mood changes and extremes. (But they don't know that Bipolar runs in my family.)
I'm scared to tell my parents and my boyfriend. I don't want to make anyone worry, I don't want to be another complication in their lives. I'm scared that if I seek help, someone will find out. :( Should I try to ignore the symptoms and hope it's just teen hormones? What would you do?
What I wouldn't give for another hour of sleep this morning...