Isn't everything a choice?

I didn't take this as a "we" have a choice about dealing without meds. It sounded more that the OP made the choice.

It doesn't say bipoars can go without meds period or suggest anyone should do the same.

Why is this an issue? OP obviously knows it's a crap shoot hence the "unless I'm in a breakdown" situation.

I want to know why its ok to come here and talk about treatment and issues but not anyone like myself that chose to go without meds?

This is why I don't share anything here about how I survive without meds. Matter of fact share much period.

Someone tell me where I missed the OP telling anyone to stop meds or downplaying the importance of meds?? Tell me where it says it is a choice to go on meds and being critical of anyone on meds?

For the record I was diagnosed bipolar1 rapid cycler w/psychosis. Please don't insult me by saying either I don't have bp that is why I "favor" being med free or support anyone that does.

I have my reasons for not being on meds as do others with bp.

I'm so done ....






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Oh, it's not that big of a deal. We're all chatting, that's all, exchanging opinions.
Don't be mad....we're all in this Bipolar shit together.

It is a big deal when an OP is being attacked and I take it personally when being told I must not have bp or mild etc.... bipolar is friggin bipolar.

Ya know what I'm going to go into time out before I say shit I shouldn't say... Goodnight

but you're still adorable Banshee!

You include everyone in your title, that would include even small children with schizophrenia. They do 'not' have a choice either to be medicated or mentally ill. You have made a hurtful generalization to some fragile minds. I hope "the future can be different' for your choice of words here too.

I am saying that in the case of my illness, I do better to only be meds when I'm having a breakdown. My breakdowns are at least 10 years apart.....

I consulted with psychiatrists before I went off the meds, so I know there will be no court orders. i feel I can live a functional life without meds, and I have done pretty well.

in my case, I had a breakdown because of my uncle attacking me when I was 17, and I feel I have dealt with those issues. I believe recovery is possible. I believe some bipolar people can get off meds for periods of time.

I am sorry if I hurt anyone's feelings

It does not say everyone in the title.

Well, I am glad you have a choice but I do not unfortunately. I have mixed episodes and rapid cycling so I do not mess with it much anymore.I went off Depakote for about 2 months and I became VERY manic and sent WAY TOO much on Christmas. I went off because it causes SO much weight gain. I have gained over 100 pounds. Oh well, I guess I will just have to deal with that problem with my diet and exercise. I at least don't have to be on Zyprexa anymore which caused me to gain 20 pounds in 2 weeks. I think it has to be based on the individual.

No apologies needed!

Did I mention this already? I cannot function wo my meds.
Even with them I have a hard time sometimes (like today).
MAKE IT STOP!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sorry dobes its an never ending roller coaster ride...

Sorry your having a hard time today! (((hugs)))

Banshee, I was doing so well for the past few weeks. I was HAPPY!! Life was good, I had energy. Now this.
Maybe I can trade this illness if for something else? Like diabetes, that doesn't seem so bad.
I know I'll get better. I just hate this so very much. I want to think clearly and feel "normal" not jumpy, jittery, angry, depressed, fed up, insecure and who knows what else! Bipolar meds don't really work that well do they?
But thank you Banshee!!!

Well I am sorry you are feeling the way you are.