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'm so down!
I went on an overseas trip for a couple weeks and the time change about 9 hours different. When I was there I was fine. At times I thought how could I have ever been ill? When I got home the jet lag has been horrendous. I wanted to go back every couple of years but the torture coming back is too hard. I have a lot of anxiety and depression along with extreme fatigue even though I'm sleeping on schedule.
Debbalina
Traveling takes us not only out of our heads but out of bodies. New location - new thoughts - new feelings - a welcome change from the sickness in our heads. Wish the transition was easier for you. Once the fatigue goes and your back on schedule - im sure you'll feel better.
acuriousfish
it's one of the triggers of bipolar, your sleep gets messed up and it creates problems - hopefully things will get back to normal soon
Orangey123
Thank you
Orangey123
Is travelling just not an option
Sunshinegirl0228
I'm making a six hour trip in April with my brother and sister and I'm very worried about the stress and anxiety I know I'll have. Sorry you had it so rough. Rest up
SensitiveHoboLady
I have to turn to ambien both traveling to different time zones and returning home, but I don't recommend it for long term. It's taken me months to be able to sleep again without it.
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