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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Exhausted and ALONE

Mandy1976
Mandy1976

I have hit a depressive crisis, and I don't remember or i blocked out worse crisis. I have been running for so long, and I know running is not the answer, and has me right where I am today. My job may be gone because of this. 


I know I am more aware, I just don't know where to start, or what resources and help i can get to do what i need to do for my own well being. And it is hard to believe that this can get bettwrt, not just be less disastrous.

arfie
arfie
It can be better, Mandy. Joining a support group is a good first step toward finding the way to make it better.

Welcome to the forum. Gentle support while you find your way.
Mandy1976
Mandy1976
I know I need to more, and focus this, before the affect on my life is more damaging.
Newman2016
Newman2016
You're not alone Mandy. What exactly is going on?
Mandy1976
Mandy1976
I am seeing in blazing Technicolor how pervasive i am affected by bipolar and anxiety. And I have run from emotions and reality for my whole life. And now I am facing it and have no idea how to get the help I need or find something that my makes too much for help (if the job is not over) and too much to have extra for support groups other needed help. And no idea where to start to find this. Help.
Community Leaderacuriousfish
acuriousfish
hi, welcome to the board..

..so first step is to get on meds - are you on meds?
Mandy1976
Mandy1976
Yes, lamictal, and celexa
Community LeaderSunCloudJD
SunCloudJD
HI Mandy and Welcome..... I would start by making an appt with your doctor.... You will find stability again.... I'm glad that you're here.....xo
Mandy1976
Mandy1976
I am not sure I know what that is. I have lived this since probably before she 18. I was in denial until this year. I live a rollercoaster.. And not sure why people are here and when I am not at my best.most people leave.
MayB
MayB
Hi Mandy,

we come here in various states...happy, anxious, sad it's a come as you are board and we don't judge...

It takes a while to get off the rollercoaster, meds are a piece of that pie not the whole pie. I found DBT (dialectical behavioral therapy) really helpful. When I could do it I also found a support group helpful and partial hospitalization....just tools in the toolbox.

Welcome...sort things out, take things slow, and when you feel "ify" take a moment to ask yourself what you need right now to get by.... ((((hugs)))) none of this stuff is easy....
Sunshinegirl0228
Sunshinegirl0228
Have you asked your dr or therapist for help? They have resources for you just ask. I hope you'll soon find peace.
HugsforTexas
HugsforTexas
Hi Mandy,
Welcome. We are newbies, lol, I am new here too. I have Bipolar 1... I understand being lost, and feeling alone. I was hosp. many times, and in PHP too.
Mandy1976
Mandy1976
Not sure how I feel about dr. Increasing one of my meds.
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