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.

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ammaray
ammaray
Can anyone share with me some calming techniques and grounding techniques you've used that has worked in the past during an anxiety attack?
Community LeaderSunCloudJD
SunCloudJD
I usually take a prn or as necessary med... I will do some deep breathing and sit quietly

If you repost this under the 'general bipolar' category a lot more people will see your post amm... Not too many people come up to the off topic posts... Gentle hug for you.. Jan
mugwort
mugwort
I drink chamomile tea. If you're allergic to ragweed or taking blood thinners drinking chamomile (both types) is contraindicated. If not its fine to drink. A psychiatrist recommended Celestial Seasonings Sleepy Time Tea. It really was effective for me. lts good stuff
quack04
quack04
Hot shower is my godsend. Sometimes take 3-4 a day.
AnnieEm
AnnieEm
I try reading...sometimes I can't read a thick book...but even a magazine or catalogue can be a help...even being on here works...my therapist is telling me to do a meditation exercise too...I do meditate at night before bed...sometimes it helps me get to bed faster.
mugwort
mugwort
Being conscious of my breathing and concentrating on my inspiration and expiration. IOW to concentrate on the moment. Being in the now. Hope this or some other technique helps you/
madhatter745
madhatter745
I crochet, the counting stitches and concentration on what my fingers are doing helps me clam down.
dobiedots
dobiedots
Deep Breating is a must. Slow & steady breaths.
I use Chamomile...or Sleepy Time Tea...sometimes I use 2 Benadryls. They completely relax me.
I go for walks if I'm feeling antsy. Nothing big, just around the block of so.
andrealambert
andrealambert
Xanax p.r.n. as soon as I realize I'm in crisis. Then deep breathing. yoga or music.
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