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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HannaHana 02/05/2008

It seems awkward to me to post a plea for support when I have been so inactive on the boards. I haven't got enough positive energy to even tell people to "hang in there" b/c I'm having such a time of it myself.

Don't get me wrong, I would love to be supportive, I just can't tell people "be strong, hang in there, it'll pass"...etc when I don't believe it myself.

I know this site is for support, but is it rude of me to ask for support when I can't even offer it?

deleted_user 02/05/2008

Hang in there !!

deleted_user 02/05/2008

The board is here for those of us who can support others to do so. It's also here for people who need support to find it. Fire away.

deleted_user 02/05/2008

it'll pass...

really... i think we're all in that same boat my dear!

xBlissx 02/05/2008

Of course it's not rude!

It doesn't matter if you visit this board one a year, your still a member and you still need support :)

I hope you start to feel better soon. Things might look like they will always be this way, but it will get better at some point. It just seems to take forever when your stuck in a depression.

Take care,
x-Bliss-x

deleted_user 02/05/2008

It is never rude to reach out when you are hurting, regardless of your "activity level". I'm sorry you are having a hard time and I can understand it, believe me (not so great myself), but we have to remember that it will pass with time. I know everyone asks, but are you on meds and do they need adjusting? Can you do some of the regular soothing stuff just to give you a lift? Kinda pulling ideas out of my a** right now, butt I hope you feel beter soon.

deleted_user 02/05/2008

No, hun, you're not rude. We ALL have times when we need some encouragement. I know what you mean when you say its hard to help others coz you don't feel it. Just know that you're not alone. HUGS!!!

HannaHana 02/05/2008

My insurance was cut, so i am unmedicated. I've applied to programs to get help, just haven't got anywhere yet.

deleted_user 02/05/2008

As thou doest it for the least of my bretheren thou doest it for me.

HANG ON AND LOTS OF POSITIVE PSYCHIC THOUGHTS ZZZZZZ THERE

deleted_user 02/05/2008

It will get better, Hanna---truly. And no, you are not rude for asking. How would anyone know if you didn't?? We are here for each other.

HannaHana 02/05/2008

Thanks everyone. Sorry I couldn't be there more for you all.

deleted_user 02/05/2008

You will be again sweet girl--when you begin feeling better, you will be there---that is the way you are and it is a very admirable quality you have.

deleted_user 02/05/2008

Wow that's tough. Drop me a line if you want

dancingd 02/05/2008

You've always been here for other people......now it's your turn for a little suport and care.PLEASE don't stay away,just because you think you'll be a burdon to us..there are hundruds of shoulders to lean on here for you.That's what DS is all about.

And I personally know how hard it is to reach out and say "I need help"...you are very strong(YES YOU ARE!) to ask for help...we love you HannaHannna...stay with your DS family,and let us help guide you through these rough times.If you need ideas on how to get meds,maybe you can contact your local County Health,or ask your Pdoc for samples,until things get worked out.
love ya!
dd

deleted_user 02/05/2008

all things come to those who wait.but yea its good to go out and grab it once in a while.and we love ya anyway.

deleted_user 02/05/2008

Rude ....Schmude....
**HUGS**
Things will get better .Your meds are probably working their way out of your system and you are in that downward spiral.Do you have a mental health clinic in your area? They will usually see you w or w/o ins.Give it a try.They can help with meds as well.

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