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.
I went to a group outing with people I've never met before and did well!
I made friends and even got a few phone numbers of people who wanted to hang out with me again.
Never in my life did I think my anxiety and bi-polar would allow me to go out and act properly in public and not look like; 1. a manic mess and 2. a depressive bitch 3. too anxious to even look someone in the eye.
Every day I am loving life even more... If this is mania well... I wouldn't know. But all I know is that for the most part, I am happy and functioning- as long as I take my meds.
My pdoc wanted to take me off the klonopin because of my sleep apnea, but I fear if she does that I will be unable to function the way I have been.
Any ideas for talking properly addressing that issue with my doctor?
I made friends and even got a few phone numbers of people who wanted to hang out with me again.
Never in my life did I think my anxiety and bi-polar would allow me to go out and act properly in public and not look like; 1. a manic mess and 2. a depressive bitch 3. too anxious to even look someone in the eye.
Every day I am loving life even more... If this is mania well... I wouldn't know. But all I know is that for the most part, I am happy and functioning- as long as I take my meds.
My pdoc wanted to take me off the klonopin because of my sleep apnea, but I fear if she does that I will be unable to function the way I have been.
Any ideas for talking properly addressing that issue with my doctor?
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I find myself going places in the car and not wanting to get out of the car. I come back home and I don't want to get out of the car. I think it's the only time I spend reflecting. Chronic tiredness from Long Covid plus the immunosupressing meds for my Crohn's is slowing me down but everything just seems a massive effort. I am dealing with the paperwork following my father's death but it's not...
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Wow, it's the middle of the week already!Today is our 11 year anniversary, so we're going out to a nice dinner. I'm losing a lot of sleep these days, hence a wonky schedule and uncomfortable feelings. But I know it will pass, eventually.I hope all of you have a peaceful day, and may good things come your way!
I'm fairly shy and i know how hard that is. :)
I'm worried this is mania because I've never had much experience with true happiness.
But whatever it is... I feel okay. I am going out and the real me is shining.
psychosis. At least that's my experience and time will tell.
But then your current med combo might be maintaining you in the right, relaxed place that can make all the difference. Just tell your doctor that you don't want to make any changes right now and see how it goes.
Perhaps you have found the combination of meds that works for you.
Watch yourself carefully. Be on the lookout for racing thoughts and excessive excitement. You probably know what to look out for.
Good luck!
susan
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