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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Blueboy27
Blueboy27

I was told that I am bi-polar when I young. I also used to see and hear things too. I'm on a med for all the problems.

mlr0853
mlr0853
Hi Blueboy...welcome to DS!
OlderCPer
OlderCPer
What do you mean by young? Its pretty hard to Diagnose anyone under 20, 19's pushing it, with BiPolar Disorder as the frontal lobe of the brain is not fully developed yet. BiPolar is a Brain Chemistry Disease, if the Brain is not fully developed then its really difficult to know if the chemistry is off. There are many other mentail issues that mimic some of the signs of BiPolar in younger folks.

Whens the last time you were seen by a Psychiatrist and have you ever gotten a 2nd opinion now that you're older? Sometimes too many of the wrong meds can cause more problems than the disease they're made to help.

Take care,
kat
Community LeaderSunCloudJD
SunCloudJD
Welcome to the board Blue.... I'm glad you're here.... This is a great place for friendship and support... Big hug.....xo
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