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ROCCasual Contributor
Hi,
I'm new to this so am learning as I go. I have Bipolar and I am wondering if there is anyone else out there who can relate? Unfortunately I struggle more with depressive episodes than I do with manic episodes, though I'd much rather be manic than depressed!! Can anyone else relate to this??
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BushmanContributor
Hi Snuffles,
I have not been diagnosed but I'm just at the beginning of realising what I have been for the last 29 years. It would be comforting to know why your doctor is thinking bipolar and what journey you are on.
I had a break up- through manic behaviour gone wrong one too many times I guess. Then my partner didn't know I was going through depression for a few months- I tried to deny it to myself.
The break up was hard- I was pushed to the edge of depression. It was then i discovered I had the many signs of Bipolar..Tested myself over and over on online tests. It all made sense and you would think that was bad news but it was actually comforting to know my behaviour wasn't all my fault. I've slowly disclosed it to my family and doctor and am with referral to a psycologist. My doctor said it was very likely. I cant see my disorder as anything else- I certainly go through bouts of depression and high activity, but longer with the depression.
It would be great to hear your story.
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Gazza75Senior Contributor
Hi @Bushman ,
This looks like a very old post. You need to put a @ at the front of the name so they get a notification and/or email about your message. @Snuffles
It's nice to meet you, I saw your post the other day about fishing and your dog. I enjoy fishing, but, have very little freshwater experienced, always fished in the ocean or lakes.
I have bipolar 2,was diagnosed last year after a breakdown and manic episode.
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Bella121Casual Contributor
I can relate, if I'm lucky I get 3 days out of depression and 7 in. Its awful and utterly exhausting and I’d also prefer being hyper manic. But my hyper mania is just me being able to function and the occasional lift in optimism. It kinda fools me into thinking I’m ok and then bam I’m back down again.
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pitterpatterCasual Contributor
Hey there,
You mentioned being off medication. I'm struggling with mine atm and it's making my depressive episode worse.
I've had 4 different ones
Im struggling with side effects and it's making my quality of life really bad. I can't live like this everyday.
What have you done to keep off meds and not have an episode?
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AllAboutMissySenior Contributor
I have taken a more natural approach to my management now. I made massive changes in my life to ensure I was in a calm, happy and safe environment. I spent a lot of time focusing on my mindset and what sort of life I wanted to have. Psychologist and Psychiatrist have played a massive part. I've been off psychotropic meds since the end of 2014 and have been well ever since 🙂
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