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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Sunshinegirl0228
Sunshinegirl0228

So I didn't get the job but I'm ok with that :) 

mlr0853
mlr0853
Sorry....

Give yourself credit for the effort!!! The job was not meant for you...something else will come along
You are So Good with crafting, sewing, ets, could you create an esty shop?
SensitiveHoboLady
SensitiveHoboLady
I’m really glad you tried this, and I hope you will try again when the opportunity comes, and it will.
MochaShell
MochaShell
Good for you for having peace about the situation.
Sunshinegirl0228
Sunshinegirl0228
Thank you all! I’m not gonna look anymore. I’m so happy I have my parents to support me and buy for me what I can’t afford. They each told me they don’t want me to work. My psychiatrist doesn’t want me to work. I truly don’t want to work. So this all works out :)
Jeffrey007
Jeffrey007
Have you tried disability? You can file online at ssa.gov Once approved, you collect based on your income. If you get rejected initially, hire a disability lawyer. Make sure to have doctors document everything: hospital stays, depression, medications, etc, especially psychiatrists.

I have been on it since 2012.

Good luck!
Sunshinegirl0228
Sunshinegirl0228
I’ve been on disability for three years now. :)
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