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  • About Me

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    DeniseLeigh

    Female, 38, Single
    Corpus Christi, TX, USA
    Member since March 12

    • About Me

      38 years old, have a 14 year old son, divorced, work for the state of Texas, was diagnosed when I was in 6th grade with what was called manic-depression. Feeling awfully low all the damn time with MASSIVE PANIC ATTACKS!! And, man, I feel guilty about EVERYTHING!

      38 years old, have a 14 year old son, divorced, work for the state of Texas, was diagnosed when I was in 6th grade with what was called manic-depression. Feeling awfully low all the damn time with MASSIVE PANIC ATTACKS!! And, man, I feel guilty about EVERYTHING!

    • Interests

      Music (classic rock), art, gardening, camping, swimming, fishing, watching comedies and I love old movies (1930's and 1940's films, love to watch my son and his friends skate because they are so good at it. I spend a lot time with my sisters and my nephews and niece.

      Music (classic rock), art, gardening, camping, swimming, fishing, watching comedies and I love old movies

  • Recent Activity

    Recently:

    • 3 hugs received, 2 hugs given, 1 discussion post

    Saturday

    • DeniseLeigh gave jenmcd2 flowers 12:20pm

      Thank you for the extremely nice things you had to say about me!! Of course, you can be my friend - the…  

    Friday

    Tuesday

    November 13

    November 6

  • Journal

    • Wrong to think I was anywhere near stable

      Mood August 25, 2009 8:46am

      Tried to commit suicide about a month ago, was sent to a psych ward (in handcuffs and in a police car) and the psych ward was nothing more than a …

    • Won't be writing/responding as much

      Mood July 2, 2009 12:52pm

      Well, I'm so behind here at work that I'm basically in trouble.  I was already depressed to begin with and now I'm REALLY …

    • Starting tomorrow

      Mood June 26, 2009 5:46pm

      I need to lose weight - it is beginning to effect (affect?) not only my looks but my well being.  I would appreciate encouragement.  …
    • Contentment is harder than I thought

      Mood June 24, 2009 12:48pm

      How can be content with the closest people in my life - my family - who dog me down.  I'm not going to drown.  I keep coming up for air …
    • Back Home

      Mood May 27, 2009 11:09am

      I'm here in the library just checking things out but I need to go home and helpd clean out the camper.  Oh, yes, camping was lovely …

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  • Hugbook

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    • Hug

      From jenmcd2 Saturday

      Hi. I've seen you on the board and always like what you have to say. I find you very insightful and caring. I've also noticed you on Beep's friend list, and have wanted to ask you to be my friend for a while. I hope we can be friends.

    • Chocolate

      From HarrietDash Friday

      xx

    • Hug

      From HarrietDash Friday

      I miss you! Feeling any better my love? x

    • Hug

      From beepeeagogo November 12

      didn't think paranormal activity was ALL THAT either...luvs to you babay. xo.

    • Moment of Peace

      From Jan777 November 8

      Sending some peace and love to you today. I hope you have gotten lots of rest this weekend
      xx

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  • Goals

    Progress

    10 %

    Goal End Date is Dec 11, 09 18 more days.
  • Support Groups

    • Close Bipolar Disorder

      was diagnosed in 6th grade with what was then known as manic depression - it's been a real roller coaster all my life! See my doctor once a month and call him weekly! My 13 year old son is like a life line - knows me inside and out!

      Treatments

      Abilify Too Soon to Tell
      I had hallucinations when I first took it.
      Cymbalta Working / Worked
      Seems to be working - helps me to not sleep so much - have more energy.
      Depakote Working / Worked
      Been on this for 14 years - 1500 mg a day.
      Geodon Somewhat Helpful
      It just didn't seem to do much of anything to me. I didn't feel any difference.
      Group Therapy Working / Worked
      Loved it - just don't have the time right now.
      Lithium Not Working
      HATED this stuff!!!
      Seroquel Not Working
      I could have slept 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - hated it!
      Topamax Somewhat Helpful
      Only side effect was that my arms were all tingly and I have to type all day. I lost weight, though.
      Wellbutrin Working / Worked
      Took it for a long time and then fell into a deep depression and went on to other medications.
    • Close Parenting Teenagers (12-18)

      I have a 14 year old son who has to live my condition - he knows me like no one else - it's a burden for him.

      Treatments

      Education (School) Working / Worked
      My son's school works very well with him (and myself). They seem to understand us. My son has some learning disabilities.
      Patience Working / Worked
      My mom slapped me left and right, every day, when I was a kid up until my teen years. I have so much patience with my son because it WORKS!!!
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