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2026-06-26 02:54 UTC
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@MxVerda@lgbtqia.space 2026-06-26 02:54
"Your first step would usually be to speak to your GP. It can help to keep a record of your moods. This can help you and your GP to understand your mood swings. Bipolar UK have a mood diary and a mood scale on their website. You can find their details in the Useful contacts section at the bottom of this page. Your GP cannot diagnose bipolar disorder. Only a psychiatrist can make a formal diagnosis. Your GP may arrange an appointment with a psychiatrist if you have: depression, and ever felt very excited or not in control of your mood or behaviour for at least 4 days in a row. They might refer you to a psychiatrist at your local NHS community mental health team (CMHT). Your GP might think that you have mania or severe depression. Or there is a chance that you are a danger to yourself or someone else. If so, they should make an urgent referral to the CMHT for you. You may have an episode of psychosis for the first time. If so, your GP should refer you to your local NHS early intervention team. Bipolar disorder can be difficult to diagnose because it affects everyone differently. Also, the symptoms of bipolar disorder can be experienced by people who have other mental illnesses. It can take a long time to get a diagnosis of bipolar disorder. For more information, see our webpage on NHS mental health teams."