I got diagnosed with bi polar depression about a year ago now instead of just chronic depression and what I’ve personally experienced is that it’s gonna come no matter what. I can say one thing in my head and say something completely different when having a manic episode because everything is just over stimulating at those times. Then when the depression hits I won’t move for days because I’m so mentally exhausted from the manic part. My meds have helped some but I guess the best advice I can give you is learn your triggers and warning signs of a manic episode coming on and when your depression episode is coming on. That way you can mentally prepare for it and it makes it easier to deal with

I was diagnosed with bipolar 2 in the Atypical depression category 4yrs ago, though their are days I still struggle with trying to let it get to me, I have to show others a different image of me to manifest that same behavior myself and look more energetic, friendly, spiritual, and positive