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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SarahPie16
SarahPie16

I'm so tired. I'm not sure why but I have been having mixed episodes everyday and I have bipolar 1 disorder. It would mean something to hear other peoples expierence with this problem. 

Community LeaderSunCloudJD
SunCloudJD
Welcome Sarah and big hug.... I'm sorry that you're struggling sweetie... I was first diagnosed in a mixed state and I had a few of them... Not pleasant at all

Once my meds were good and kept me on track I haven't had any for a long time... I do fall into depression at times

I hope that you start to feel better soon.... Are you seeing your psychiatrist presently?
SarahPie16
SarahPie16
Well I am but she is pretty clueless to be honest.
gr8ful1
gr8ful1
Hi, Sarah. Like Suncloud, the right med got it under control for me. It took several psychiatrists before I found one that meshed w me. Also, identifying triggers, talking to a therapist, and keeping a regular schedule helped. Hope you’re feeling better soon.
SarahPie16
SarahPie16
I took lithium and that didn't work for me. I tried SSRI's and that sent me to the hospital with hallucinations. I am currently on Lamotrigine and working my way slowly up to a higher dose. I also not long ago used to take Ketamine troshes, nasal spray, and infusions.

After all this I just don't when I am going to find the right medium so I don't have to suffer so much.
gr8ful1
gr8ful1
Lithium never worked for me either. I was shocked to learn that it doesn’t work for the majority of people with BP. I’ve heard great things about Lamotrigine, but unfortunately, I had an allergic reaction. I so hope it works for you. For me, it was a lot of trial and error, and I know how frustrating it can be, but you will get there.
SarahPie16
SarahPie16
Thank you.
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