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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To tell someone, be it a friend or boyfriend...whatever, that you have Bipolar Diorder? I mean seriously folks. I am pulling my hair out over this. Simply because at one point in my life I could give a shit what anyone thought but now *I* DO...
It's like at the stoke of midnight, I'm going to turn into a pumpkin or something. Because I know I have to take my meds at a certain time...etc..etc.. It makes for a hellish exsistance, when one wants a social life and has to hide this kind of shit. Anyone with me??
Oh, btw... I'm new here. Nice to meet you all!
Anyhoooo...
It's come down to the point where I won't even go on vacations with anyone or let anyone stay at my house, in fear that they will find out? I can't even do the occational "Spring Break" runs, I used too. And I've this crap a long time now.
The only difference is I am more responsible when it comes to my meds and I don't/won't drink anymore.
Can anyone relate or is it just me going nuts!
Stories, advice, anything.... pullleasse???
Ireland
It's like at the stoke of midnight, I'm going to turn into a pumpkin or something. Because I know I have to take my meds at a certain time...etc..etc.. It makes for a hellish exsistance, when one wants a social life and has to hide this kind of shit. Anyone with me??
Oh, btw... I'm new here. Nice to meet you all!
Anyhoooo...
It's come down to the point where I won't even go on vacations with anyone or let anyone stay at my house, in fear that they will find out? I can't even do the occational "Spring Break" runs, I used too. And I've this crap a long time now.
The only difference is I am more responsible when it comes to my meds and I don't/won't drink anymore.
Can anyone relate or is it just me going nuts!
Stories, advice, anything.... pullleasse???
Ireland
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I've met about 12 ladies and I learned a long time ago it is not something for first meeting discussion. If you feel you have your BP in control, talk about what is fun and important in your life and down the road BP will come up. You can always find an excuse for taking meds, not drinking and keeping schedule in your life. It is nobodies business until the person becomes a better friend.
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If she knew me better she would know that BP can be a problem but it doesn't have to be a deal breaker.
Another date I went on the women told me for hours about her BP and treatment and failures. I complemented her and told her I understood because I was BP. She refused to see me again because she didn't feel strong enough. Her own BP was all she could deal with.
Hope this helps. Play it cool and Tell on a "need to know" basis. I'm still lookin
Just sayin ...
second... relationships suck
third.... you need to live for you, not anyone else... if I took my own advice I would be way better off, but I continue to make the same old mistakes....
Unless there is truly a reason, I do not disclose that I have Bipolar. I can be as sane as the rest of them! It really is something we learn over time - to know when to tell.
I feel it in my gut. But, I've worked long and hard to trust my intuition.
With friendships - for anyone whether they are BP or not...one should not divulge a lot of information quickly. True friendships take time to develop.
If you are medicated and seeing a therapist to learn coping skills...nobody will find out.
Hope this helps. You're definitely not alone here!
Mischief, I'm sure I'd get a BIG AHA! Lol
I'm just not big on getting shit throrn back in my face and so... I don't give people resons to, get it?
Sorry your having such a hard time Computer... wow, what are the odds of meeting someone w/BP and the nerve to tell you she can't handle it... WTF?! Sorry...
Luvnhope you're right on... I am medicated for everyone protection...lol and I do see a therapist. As far as I know.. no one knows, but then again. Who really knows? Ahemmmmmmmm
Sometimes I feel like just shaking someone's hand, saying "Hi, my name is Ireland and I have bipolar Disorder, nice to meet you. If you don't like it... kick rocks" Don't think I'll too far that way. *wink*
Our trust and experiences come from a deeper place.So when we share them we may be hurt simply in the communicating.
It's good to let some spontaneity in.
My guess is they will possibly see a spark in you that they don't see in others.
I've had good response as well as ignorance or women that want me to diagnose THEM.
I dunno.Some want to be seen as kooky and BP cos it's 'cool' too.
All the best.Energy used up needs replacing too.
I do feel alot like you pluck. I don't want to get hurt. And, I too eaisly do at times.
Hummmmmmmmmmm
My nephew gave me a sticker and stuck it on my guitar 4 years ago.He was 6 and I was dead inside.It awoke me a little.
It says " Brilliant Attempt "
Peace x