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.
pdoc is weaning me off Zyprexa due to weight gain..15 lbs in a month and a half! Did you find the weight came off easily or was it hard to work it off? I exercise at least every other day and am trying to eat better. Thanx!
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That would make sense. Zyprexa is notorious for doing this so good thing you got off it.
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Ugh! Gotta hate those weight gaining medications, especially when they actually help you like my Depakote does. It's been one of the only drugs to help me, so I can't just stop it, even though I've gained so much weight on it.
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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...
