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.
My therapist diagnosised me bipolar. Any good books anyone can recommend?
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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...
also, i know it sounds silly, but Bipolar for dummies has soooo much good info,
and one more, if u have a partner, or even for family.. 'loving someone with bipolar disorder'
come here and ask whatever questions u have... it may seem overwhelming at first, but it gets easier... trust me..
good luck, i'm always here to talk :)
There's so many books I don't remember all the ones I've read. I got a lot of good out of the Patty Duke books (My Name Is Anna, etc.)
Check out your local library or book store and read what's interesting to you. Doing an online search is good, too!
Carrie Fisher has done a couple of memoirs about her life with bp, very funny ie/postcards from the edge
for depression side of spectrum
both 'Darkness Visible' by William Styron
and The Noonday demon, by Andrew Solomon are both haunting and brilliant.