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I was just wondering do any of you have problems with chemical Dependency issues? I know I do. I have been using what ever I can get my hands on when I am manic or super depressed. When I feel "normal" I just have weed. But when I get crazy, my urges for drugs becomes Overwhelming. I think I do it to block out reality so I don't have to think about all my stupid problems. Is that a bipolar symptom or am I just crazy?
deleted_user
deleted_user
I use vicodin at times and totally abuse my Xanax. Not good. :(
deleted_user
deleted_user
Hi.I loved Ecstasy and speed.Not every week but a few weeks gap.Skunk in between.
It would be STUPID of me to take it now.Mainly because I don't like being called stupid.Also, they will damage deep in the future.So you may be stupid or irresponsible.
Or totally unique and be both stupid AND irresponsible.
Which makes you a genius.
Which means you are bipolar and proud.
Good Luck.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I am a true dipsomaniac. I stopped doing all street drugs and booze. Instead I take ephedra now, don't sleep, don't eat, and walk for hours. It makes me feel like I"m on speed. I don't recommend it. It gets me in much trouble.
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I am in recovery from addiction problems right now. I do know that now that I am sober and actually trying to manage my illness with therapy and prescribed meds it's amazing how much better I feel. Unfortunately I am an addict as well and I have to monitor that as well. I just know I never want to go back there. I think I got to where I was with substances in part because of the impulsive behavior that is part of the disease and everything spiralled out of control. I think you do have to leave off the substances to control your disorder.. and every therapist I've talked to says it is fairly common for BP to be alcoholics as well..self-medication.
dobiedots
dobiedots
thanks to my meds, I am no longer "chemically dependent" on anything. I have Prescription Drugs!!!
deleted_user
deleted_user
To foreal....be really careful with xanax...i am surprised your doctor gave that to someone who is bipolar...it can be super,super dangerous. Caused me to have a severe breakdown. Try talking to another doctor.
shen
shen
anyone ever take ritalin?
shen
shen
hm, guess not.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I take Ritalin and Concerta and have felt better from the time I started taling them.
shen
shen
ok, good I am not the only one. The thing is I don't actually have a scrip for it. I just sort of have some and take it when I get low.
Is that bad?
deleted_user
deleted_user
My prescriptions are addictive. I don't need anymore vices, thank you. It's gonna be sweat and tears when I try to get off my current meds!
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