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.
I went to see pdoc again today and was informed my diagnosis has been "upgraded" to BP I. Yay! (note the sarcasm). I guess BPIIs aren't supposed to get quite so manic and paranoid when they are on mood stabilizers and anti-psychotics. I'm still pretty depressed at the moment but DH and I had a nice talk yesterday and I feel like he's being a little more supportive than he was. He went with me to the doctor today and is going with me to the therapist on Wed. I think I'm definitely in need of some therapy. At least I'm no longer considering swallowing a bottle of pills to get people's attention and convince them I'm very depressed. I sort of hoped they'd up my anti-depressant today but I guess since I've felt marginally better yesterday and today they're not going to tinker with the dose for fear of making me manic again. Anyhow, I'll quit rambling now...
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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...
You are very lucky to have a spouse who will go to appointments with you. With his understanding and support you will have a much easier time dealing with the ups and downs of the illness. Just remember one thing... Seeing you ill is probably just as painful for your spouse as the illness itself is to you. My parents took me in when I had my breakdown, and it just about killed them to see me suffering.
Testy Cat is Right. You are very luck to have support. Glad the last couple of days have been a little better. Keep your head up and keep pushing. Too bad we don't get to choose our illness...like shopping for an outfit. I would like to trade bipolar for a session of something else for a change.