how do i go about getting diagnosed for a mental illness? not even sure what my condition is, only know it is hard for me to function on a daily basis. I currently take an anti-depressant for my social anxiety that causes me to have panic attacks thus causing me to become depressed, because I shut myself in my house and hide from the world.  I could go on and on.....

But my main question is...

Where do I go to get diagnosed. I applied for social security disability benefits about two years ago, and now I am going to appeal or re-apply. I would like to get all my ducks in a row, if you know what I mean.

Do I start with my doctor?
Do I go to mental health?
Do I take a test?

I know this was long. But I need to know. Am I bi-polar, depressed, have a panic disorder. what? I take the meds but my life is slowly spiraling out of control. And I need help.

Thanks for your time!!!

Summarized question: How to diagnose mental illness?