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.
Ok so on top of BP I now know that I have OCD and general anxiety disorder. i dont really know what any of that means but ok. so now I am on buspirone 5mg, wellbutrin 150mg, and she uped the seroquel to 400mg. is it just me or does anyone else feel like a guine pig? so hopefully the new meds work idk about it though seems every time they give me something new i get worse. fun fun fun.
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I have BP/OCD/seizures. I do not feel like a guinea pig b/c I insist on being part of the process. When the first 12 therapists were baffled, I ignored them. When my mental condition got out of control, my husband helped me find a good MD who refered us to a good pdoc. Everything he advised (cognitive therapy, biofeedback, various meds), I read up on & asked questions. You know what isn't working (altho' most meds take 6-8 weeks to start working! Remember that!) and you have to tell your MD/pdoc what's going on. You should not be put on meds willy nilly. But it is very common after first being Dx to go through some trial & error w/meds. We are all different & people like you & me, who have multiple Dx, the balance of meds is difficult to get. However, have Hope. I have been on a good combo for 12 years & am doing AOK!
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
