Posted by SLS on December 30, 2004, at 4:31:06
In reply to Dysthymia versus Bipolar type 2, posted by Mr.Scott on December 30, 2004, at 3:16:02
Hi Scott.
It sounds to me as if you might have "double-depression", wherin major depressive episodes are superimposed upon a chronic dysthymia. Both aspects of this mixed condition are capable of producing irritability as a symptom. Dysthymia tends to be stubborn to treatment. You might want to look into trying amisulpride or perhaps even Abilify. If you use Abilify, be prepared to experience some anxiety or irritability initially.
I don't think you have bipolar disorder. You really have to express a hypomanic episode to be eligible for this diagnosis. Episodes can last for as few as 5 days, though. Doctors seem to be quite fond of this diagnosis lately.
- Scott
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