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 feel like I "override" my medication at times. I am on Lamictal (prevous Depakote, which was awful), and I feel like when I need the manic state in order to quickly solve a problem or need an extra enrgy boost, I can get myself to function as the "old maniac" me and get it all done, or be the multi-task, problem solver queen. Does anyone else do this? Does that make sense? Granted it may just be that I was in such a depressive state for 6 years while on Depakote, that I am still not used to being able to function again, so I thought I would ask.
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I can't do that. When mania hits me, it just comes, and then I start doing a million things at once. I like it because I'm so productive, but I can't make it happen. Would be nice, though.
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lamictal has forever crushed my mania i think
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that sounds sad, snow....'forever'...say it ain't so.
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well... not forever, i guess, but as long as i'm taking it... i'm so sick of it.
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I'll never be complacent & take things for granted again...yes, Amary...I had a massive episode while still on meds...a lower dose though...big mistake.
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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...
