IndigoFire

Close Bipolar Disorder

I am here because my friends and family don't understand, even if they want to.

Treatments

Abilify Working / Worked

Helped a lot, but I had to get off of it due to muscle tics.

Celexa Not Working

It either had no effect or it made things worse.

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Somewhat Helpful

I just got back from a treatment facility where this was used. It was alright...

Geodon Not Working

This was hell on earth for me. I took it once, and all I can compare it to is sleep paralysis.

Group Therapy Working / Worked

During my recent residential treatment, this helped a lot, which is why I'm trying to join online groups and local support groups.

Holistic Health Somewhat Helpful

Recently had weekly acupuncture... it was interesting, but I don't know that it helped very much.

Lamictal Somewhat Helpful

I am currently on 200 mg. I'm sure it's working to some extent, but I still feel terrible most of the time.

Lithium Not Working

Ugh. Disconnected and floaty, all the time.

Topamax Not Working

It was a long time ago, and I think it was one of the meds I quit because "I don't need meds."

Wellbutrin Not Working

This had no effect whatsoever.

Close Agoraphobia & Social Anxiety

I am here due to social phobia. I feel very alone because of it.