I go back and forth on the "illness" thing. I don't have a better term for it: In a way, it is the best term, despite folks using it as a label and way out. "M

I go back and forth on the "illness" thing. I don't have a better term for it: In a way, it is the best term, despite folks using it as a label and way out. "My condition may have its downsides, but it has its upsides that make me perform better than others." This is often true and a normal feeling, from what I've read - which is why I think the best course of treatment is sometimes none at all outside of working to strengthen the positives and minimize the negatives. It really just depends on the flavor of the two and your lifestyle. Sidenote: I hope you were able to keep some of the upsides even if you got treatment - or at least are otherwise happy.