Bipolar Disorder Support Group
Bipolar disorder is not just a single disorder, but a category of mood disorders marked by periods of abnormally high energy and euphoria, often accompanied by bouts of clinical depression. This is the place to talk about your experience with bipolar disorder, learn from others' experiences, and find support.
Hello, my name is Greg.
I was diagnosed in 2007 with bipolar 1. In Dec. 2011 I took myself off medication and lived moderately "ok" since then. In Nov. 14 I was triggered and I have decided to go back on medication.
I'm looking for support.
I have 7+ years experience with bipolar, denial, mood swings, anger, understand triggers, diagnosis, alternative medications, etc. I also have partial training as a peer support worker. At this time though I'm in need of help, thank you. It has also taken me 8 years to be able to accept that I have repressed my anger and I am now at least able to ask for help. That is something that has changed. Thank you God, thank you humanity.
I am extremely knowledgeable in spirit. I can see this "disorder" from the psychiatrists perspective, and from the other side of the coin - the "shamans" perspective. Both are needed. Life is a journey of understanding. Acceptance.
I love you all for being here for me. Thank you.
I was diagnosed in 2007 with bipolar 1. In Dec. 2011 I took myself off medication and lived moderately "ok" since then. In Nov. 14 I was triggered and I have decided to go back on medication.
I'm looking for support.
I have 7+ years experience with bipolar, denial, mood swings, anger, understand triggers, diagnosis, alternative medications, etc. I also have partial training as a peer support worker. At this time though I'm in need of help, thank you. It has also taken me 8 years to be able to accept that I have repressed my anger and I am now at least able to ask for help. That is something that has changed. Thank you God, thank you humanity.
I am extremely knowledgeable in spirit. I can see this "disorder" from the psychiatrists perspective, and from the other side of the coin - the "shamans" perspective. Both are needed. Life is a journey of understanding. Acceptance.
I love you all for being here for me. Thank you.
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Here is my new brother, copper :) He's so tiny! Moo and Tuck were ok with him on first meeting. Rocket due to his severe aggression will never meet Cooper.
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It sounds like you have been through a lot and it's very strong of you to come here and look for support. It takes a lot for any of us to manage MI and this is a good place to get the support you need on your journey. People here will be there for you - full of support and ideas that can help!
Sending you best wishes on your road to recovery and managing!
Peace,
Mark
Welcome to DS. This is a great place with lots of really caring people.
There was a time or two that II tried to stay off meds... but I now am relying on meds to stay stable. It was quite a struggle to arrive here after a long and sometimes scary journey. I never want to go through psychosis again.