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Does Bipolar contribute to having really bad memory?
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It does for me i think it may be med related?
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i used to have a brilliant memory but recently my memory has detererated lately..simple words are a biggie for me lately too..i am finding words much more difficult to spell whereas before i was like a walking dictionary
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i used to have the most bestest memory, no exageration... almost too good, i think lithium is screwing with my memory now tho, its down the tubes
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For me it's the meds. Not to bad though, and certainly worth the trade off.
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I always roller-coastered between brilliant detailed memory and complete ding-bat-I definately think its BP-I actually see a huge improvement when I'm on meds.
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I wish my memory would fade PTSD kinda keeps you in a mobian loop never ending

Although lapses of time are getting worse. I hate that. I am trying to get a hold of my TALK person but she has not returned my calls.
Shelly4
Shelly4
Yes, it does for me. I have also read in my research that every time we have an episode of depression or mania, we destroy brain cells in different parts of the brain. This can cause memory loss. It is one of the important reasons for finding balance with our meds so we dont cycle. I also find that I have more memory loss during a depressive state. Hugs
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For me yes it does.
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hmmmm? not sure if it's bp related... but i black a lot of stuff out.

it astonishes my friends and family that i can remember minute details of many things, and have absolutely no recollection of others.
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A little bit. The medication I think is responsible for that.
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absolutely, its the meds
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i know it is from my meds also
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I think it does at times. My memory is either completely shot, particularly short-term memory or it is unbelievably vivid & photographic. The latter seems to be true of long-term memory though.
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