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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ellomalley
ellomalley

hi guys my moods have gotten worse. im going thru a med change. the new med is vraylar. I'm also on Pristiq (antidepressant), and going off of Depakote. i also take klonopin as needed. i just hate med changes. My dr says maybe i could just be on Vraylar. but i kinda doubt thats gonna happen. i just keep lashing out at people and its not good. like i feel awful. i have bad anxiety... my therapist recommends medical marijuana.  i  have Bipolar and anxiety issues


 and ADHD as well. bleh i hope things get better !!! 

BradleyS.
BradleyS.
I have taken medical marijuana and gotten off most meds. It been three weeks and it’s been amazing. Do some research on microdosing on leafy. Com. Just because you’re using it doesn’t mean you’re getting high. I have OCD, PTSD, Tourette’s, ADHD, bipolar 1 and generalized anxiety disorder. It helps so much. But read up on it. There’s tons of info out there.
Sunshinegirl0228
Sunshinegirl0228
I agree. Weed is good. So many benefits! But be aware that weed causes panic paranoia and psychosis in some. But it’s good for me
CatinMichigan
CatinMichigan
How do you afford to take Vraylar? I tried Latuda and couldn't afford to continue it because my copay was 150 a month! I mean, I hope it works for you, but I was just wondering. As for pot, I use it to. It helps me a lot. I only use it maybe a couple times a week though. I just don't know how to tell this guy that I just started dating that I use pot. He's really conservative and even though it's now legal in my state, I just don't know where he stands on it. I hope your new meds work for you, ellomalley. Good luck and my thoughts and prayers are with you!
ellomalley
ellomalley
well, my doctor has given me samples so far, not an actual prescription so it might cost a lot. I took Latuda too at one point. as for your boyfriend, I hope that you are able to have a conversation and maybe bring up the subject before telling him you use it for medical purposes. thank you! im going to tell my dr about medical marijauana.
Community LeaderSunCloudJD
SunCloudJD
Big hug ello….. I'm going through a change as well and it sux…. I'm slow and stop

I hear you re the anger as well..... I hope that you start to feel better really soon....xo
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