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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PMS vs Bipolar

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So. I'm pretty much off meds right now due to financial issues. And at the moment, my period is due tomorrow and I'm feeling extremely insane. I'm depressed, crying, pissed off, and wanting to tear things apart. How do I know if i'm experiencing pms or if I've entered into a not so good cycle? Will this pass as my period passes or am I embarking on another exciting cycle?
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I dont know the answer to that for you. But i do know when I"m PMSing I get CRAZY.
Bluefly
Bluefly
Had an ablation done. Don't get those anymore, thank god!!
deleted_user
deleted_user
For me it is both. I got my period for the 2nd time this month!!! Wish a man could go though it once!!!
deleted_user
deleted_user
Funny you should mention this.I have been thinking of that very thing a lot lately.I am beginning menopause and it is hard to tell the diff between the hormones and the chemicals.Being in touch with you BP behaviour helps you to recognize it but some of the moods are the same.It's crazy that's all...
deleted_user
deleted_user
Last time for me I sat and cried for ages and nothing could stop me. I thought that my depression was getting far worse and everything seemed so hopeless. It will pass sweetie, just lay low for a short while and you'll improve. It's always worse for me when I am depressed. I don't think there is a foolproof way of telling whether it's pms or a mood problem. Take care X.
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