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.
Just got my new script for my new meds, (seems like I say that a bit to often). I was prescribed 25 milagram lamictal and was said to increase to 50 mil in two weeks and drop the abilify after one week. I also got my clonopin doubled and my adderall changed up for my ADHD. So, my question is What are some of the sideeffects one feels when first taking lamictal. Like, I know the by the book symptoms but what does one feel when they first begin taking it?
Thanks again everyone
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Ever since I stopped doing therapy because of insurance, I've been feeling that old tense and irritable sense of anxiety and stress. I hate that. I was making so many strides and changes during therapy, my therapist would acknowledge all of my progress and accomplishments, and I miss that reassurance. Today I thought about it, and I made those changes! She would always tell me that I chose to...
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It's been some time since my last post...sorry. I've been going through a challenging time with the sale of my home, purchase of a condo and my adult asperger son that lives with me. I've had days where I couldn't get out of bed, days where I stayed in my pj's and days where all I managed to do was eat, drink fluids and take care of my Sweet Mia kitty. Sweet Mia came to me from a shelter about...
Everything went away except the light sensitivity.
I also started on 25 mg of Lamictal recently -- and am due to increase to 50 mg this coming Monday. I had persistent nausea and a wicked headache on days 3 to 7, when first taking it... I've been alright since then & haven't really noticed anything yet, mood-wise, or other-wise. Haven't noticed anything like sensitivity to light, either. I'm hoping that I'll feel some relief sooner rather than later! Extreme irritability is still a major issue, as are some pretty intense mood swings - and the ever-present tearfulness. I'm a little apprehensive about the upcoming increase in dose --- but know that if I do experience the nausea & headache again, it'll probably be short-lived.
I just want to feel better already!!
As far as natural, well, that's just not a happening thing,,,,as for Diet, Oh Ya!! can make a Huge Difference with BP. Keeping Hydrated, drinking half your weight in water is Huge! For body and "Mind Functioning". Have fun :)
https://www.google.com/search?q=bipolar+diet+for+health&oq=bipolar+diet+for+health&aqs=chrome..69i57j0.7535j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8