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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out of control

cristledreamz
cristledreamz
if it's not binge eating it's cutting. if not cutting its smoking. if not smoking its drinking. why can't i control my behavior? what do i do?
deleted_user
deleted_user
Unfortunately, self-destructive behavior and bipolar disorder seem to go hand in hand, especially if the bipolar is not being treated effectively, or not at all.

Are you seeing a psychiatrist? A therapist? Our thoughts lead us to our behaviors, and when our thoughts get out of whack, as they can and often do with BP, then the out-of-control behavior comes to the fore. It takes a comprehensive treatment plan to change the thinking and the behaviors, and that means professional help--like a treatment team of a psychiatrist, therapist, social worker, etc.

Great big HUG to you in your recovery.
cristledreamz
cristledreamz
thanks. i do see a psychiatrist and therapist. take meds too. they don't seem to be the right ones though. have tried a lot of meds...never seem to be the right ones.... feel a t a loss. like i'm on my own. hope is slipping away...been at this too long....