Just diagnosed as bipolar

Mental health
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Hi everyone,

I have just been diagnosed as bipolar around 2 months ago. I'm only 20 but have had these extreme moods since I was about 15. I'm on aripiprazole at the moment but it doesn't seem to be helping. How long should I wait before telling my psychiatrist that I'm not feeling any better?

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Ask the psychiatrist how soon he expects a change, he'll know best. Everyone's condition is very particular to them

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Thanks, I'll try that

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You may need to shop a bit for an appropriate medication. It took me a bit to find the right mixture. If you are BP sometimes you also have to have a combination. For me, Zoloft + Lamictal works to help with anxiety, depression, and stabalize my mood. I am BP2. Hopefully this helps!

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Three weeks