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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When the depression just keeps hanging on,
What helps you to be hopeful and keep pushing on?
I am 48, been divorced for 12 yr., no kids.
Got laid off in June, own my home, no medical insurance.
Been on Lithium for 18 yr. I just don't have the energy
that I did in my 30's/40's to fight the recurring depression.
No p-doc for several years.
For some reason prefer not to pursue disability insurance.
I don't like the idea of getting roommates.
Have been looking into living on a sailboat
and leave the working world behind
in search of peace and a bit of happiness.
What helps you to be hopeful and keep pushing on?
I am 48, been divorced for 12 yr., no kids.
Got laid off in June, own my home, no medical insurance.
Been on Lithium for 18 yr. I just don't have the energy
that I did in my 30's/40's to fight the recurring depression.
No p-doc for several years.
For some reason prefer not to pursue disability insurance.
I don't like the idea of getting roommates.
Have been looking into living on a sailboat
and leave the working world behind
in search of peace and a bit of happiness.
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