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 was diagnosed when I was 13 with bipolar disorder and PTSD. Over the years I have tried many medications, about a year ago I was started on lithium ER 450 mg, 3 times a day and I was getting started on abilify when my insurance lapsed. Lithium has been the only medication that I've seen a difference with. I'm a very manic person, I rarely hit the depressive side but when it comes it gets pretty bad.
I started college 3 semesters ago. I wasn't use to having friends and within a few weeks I had a whole group of friends. Manic hit and I tend to skip classes to be with friends. My first semester I messed up and was put on financial aid suspension, the second semester I did great! And now the third semester I messed up again, this time they didn't approve my medical appeal. My first semester I was still getting regulated on my medication, the third I was suddenly forced to stop since the insurance lapsed. I was suppose to get my new insurance in January but being that I won't get loans till I'm full time it might have to wait till summer.. My parents can't afford my doctors or for me to be full time spring semester. So I need advise, anyone who has dealt with being manic and in college... It's very hard but I have no choice... How to you prioritize, and even go to class. My biggest issue is not going to class, I just don't feel like going sometimes... Maybe there are other ways for me to get back on my medication. I really liked the meds I was on. I'm just very stressed, I haven't even told my parents yet about this screw up.. I'm such a disappointment...
I started college 3 semesters ago. I wasn't use to having friends and within a few weeks I had a whole group of friends. Manic hit and I tend to skip classes to be with friends. My first semester I messed up and was put on financial aid suspension, the second semester I did great! And now the third semester I messed up again, this time they didn't approve my medical appeal. My first semester I was still getting regulated on my medication, the third I was suddenly forced to stop since the insurance lapsed. I was suppose to get my new insurance in January but being that I won't get loans till I'm full time it might have to wait till summer.. My parents can't afford my doctors or for me to be full time spring semester. So I need advise, anyone who has dealt with being manic and in college... It's very hard but I have no choice... How to you prioritize, and even go to class. My biggest issue is not going to class, I just don't feel like going sometimes... Maybe there are other ways for me to get back on my medication. I really liked the meds I was on. I'm just very stressed, I haven't even told my parents yet about this screw up.. I'm such a disappointment...
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One day runs into the next I can't seem to keep them straightBut i do know it's Tuesday and I start to clean my landord's place again so it'll keep me going although I take breaks more often nowHe doesn't mind and I gwt it doneI hope that you have a good day and can get done what you need toBig hugz sent..Xo
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Good day to everyone...Well sort of day...I'm still waiting to sleepI think I will soonI got a few things done yesterday...Pushing through and I hope to do the same todayI've been low so everything at this point is one big effortHopefully that will change before longSending hugs...Have a good day!...xo
Also, try to surround yourself with people who will encourage you and support you. Talk to your counselors at school. You can do it.
my grades are suffering and i am not coping well
sometimes i think this is my life - screwed forever and going in and out of hospital
i wish i can be normal like other people and be successful
while i still have a place in school, i do try to attend classes that counts and skip those that don't count attendances
that's how survive at this moment
I made it thru my first two years at a small penn state satilite campus and then my third year I went to the main campus. ALL I did was party, when I wasn't working. I fell really hard, so hard that my financial aid did not get extended, I failed 2 classes and decided to throw in the towel and go home.
The party atmosphere is really hard on those of us that are mainly manic because when you are drinking and drugging, you don't hear all the racing thoughts in your head so much. But, it is emotional suicide.
I am praying for you. I didn't get diagnosised and properly medicated until I had my second child 4 years ago. Life is much better. But, I am sure, even now in my mid-30's that if I went back to campus life I would relapse back into that destructive behavior.
Sucks!
Online-sounds like a plan
Check the college's student counseling services for help. BPD is considered a learning disorder/disability and you can reach out for help and support from your school! You should not hide the fact that you are bipolar from the school. You don't have to tell the teachers, just the counselor. When things go wrong, the counselor should step in and help arrange things with your instructors to organize a plan that works for you.
On a personal level you have to manage your illness. Taking your meds on time, monitoring your mood (journal?), and ensuring you get enough sleep every SINGLE night (i hope). This is the part your friends and family can help support you in.
BEST OF LUCK!!
I have been to school, manic, depressed, you name it, and I am still working on my doctorate degree. So there is nothing stopping you, if you want to put a plan in place for yourself. If that means getting samples from the doc.
I truly believe if you want something, you will find a way to go after it.
xox
It's possible to be successful at college with bipolar. I earned a bachelor's degree in 3.5 years probably thanks to my prolonged state of hypomania and the fact that I was paying for it myself.
First, you should get back on meds. If you remain a student, take advantage of the Student Health Services but, whatever you do, put all your energies toward getting more healthy.
I wouldn't suggest attempting to be a student until you know what type of degree you're working toward. Keep in mind that online classes require a huge amount of personal discipline and accountability.
Your parents love you. Be straight with them and work together to find some solutions. Good luck!