Struggling with Depression and Possible Bipolar Disorder

Ptsd and bipolar do share some symptoms but definitely have distinct differences usually. If you're open to medication or life changes related to bipolar it may be a decent idea to give it a go, especially if your episodes are becoming really problematic for you. There are also ptsd therapies you could try, to see if it helps, especially since it's possible to have both. From my very unofficial understanding, ptsd doesn't have manic highs like bipolar (1 i think?i get them mixed up sometimes im sorry). My mom has childhood trauma and ptsd symptoms, but shes also diagnosed as bipolar as well.