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.

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I read that people with bipolar are not supposed to indulge in anything like booze, drugs, caffeine, ,smoking, staying up late, anything that may cause someone without the disorder to experience a mood swing, because in bipolar people the mood swings are much more severe. So do you al keep well away from any of that stuff? Its hard to socialize without alcohol being part of the equation. I stayed up very late last night and I notice my mood today is pretty crap.
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IMO if the worst thing i do because of my illness is abuse nicotine and caffeine, I'm doing great! hugs to all of you!
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