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.
i met with a new tdoc last week. she seems very nice and workable but she said something that really made me wonder. is this good advice or bad advice:
I have been suicidal pretty much every day. I'm depressed down, on new meds, but my new tdoc suggests that i should hide all this from my husband and just say "i'm a little depressed". i was a little suprised by the advice but tried it out. It DIDNT work. He knew something was wrong with me. Even his mother who hasn't seen me in two years knew something was wrong. So I'm wondering if that advice really helps. Am I supposed to sit here and fake smile and pretend all is OK and totally hide what I'm thinking, or should I keep my feelings to myself so other people don't worry. I'm torn...
I have been suicidal pretty much every day. I'm depressed down, on new meds, but my new tdoc suggests that i should hide all this from my husband and just say "i'm a little depressed". i was a little suprised by the advice but tried it out. It DIDNT work. He knew something was wrong with me. Even his mother who hasn't seen me in two years knew something was wrong. So I'm wondering if that advice really helps. Am I supposed to sit here and fake smile and pretend all is OK and totally hide what I'm thinking, or should I keep my feelings to myself so other people don't worry. I'm torn...
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
This is a form of psycology I use on myself all the time and I find it useful. I think a spouse would rather hear about a little depression than feel like they have to hide all sharp and pointy objects. As far as I'm concerned, you got good advice.