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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Manic episode ended now depression

cherylmcgr
cherylmcgr
Just got done with a mania episode spent lots of money which I don't have. Now the lows hit and depression. The DR up my zypraka which is causing me to binge eat. Which I do not like and makes me feel horrible. I am so tired of medication adjustments I just want to feel better. I feel like I am on a rollar coaster.
Angela-Boyle
Angela-Boyle
So sodry to hear your going through this. I love my mania moments only because im hyper feeling good and goal oriented. But my depression hits hard!!! Real hard. I feel your pain. I hope you feel better real soon. I used to binge eat a lot and i gained 35lbs this year but im on lamictal abd it curbs your appetite.
oliveolive749
oliveolive749
I KNOW RIGHT! except I just came out of a depression and now I'm manic so I just binged and purged. I'm sorry you are low today If you need help feel free to message me! I'm here for you!
andrealambert
andrealambert
iIm so sorry. I know what a roller coaster this disorder can be. Mania-then depression-then mania again.

For me I rotate between mania-depression-anxiety-psychosis-remission. Currently in light hypomania with a daub of lethargic depression.
terryt24
terryt24
Sorry you are having to go through this. Hope you will find the right medication, and that you will feel better soon.
Angela-Boyle
Angela-Boyle
P.s. Manic episode are the worst. My depression turned into mania. Uhg i hope you feel better.
joneszy93
joneszy93
So sorry that you're going through this. This illness is indeed definitely like a roller coaster. I hope that you get some relief soon. ((Hugs))
spacekat
spacekat
Why can't our brains just chill, ya know?
Angela-Boyle
Angela-Boyle
I agree with you spacekat lol
gramybear
gramybear
I understand how you feel. My manic episodes seem to be farther and further between and the depressions are deeper than they ever were. I'm patiently waiting to hear from my Psychiatrist about putting me on Lamictal. I sure hope she will try me on it!! Hugs to all
Desigol1979
Desigol1979
I was hypomanic for quite a while, but I crashed yesterday. Then I decided to resume journaling and it has helped me immensely. When heading to the Hospital with Gran's Nephew I brought my jotter with me to pass the time while keeping her company.
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