Wow. What on Earth was that??? That came out of nowhere.... yesterday was one of the worse days I have had in a long time. It totally took me by surprise and I was stuck in a rut all day long. It was nothing but awful. Plain awful. I could not pinpoint it at all. I often have difficult Octobers with...
I'm not sure if I'm being sarcastic when I give that title or not. Sure, manic depression is a fairly rare condition (something like 1% of the population, right?) so I'm unlucky in that regard. On the other hand, its severity is moderate and is basically under control. There are certainly...
I am confused and frustrated. Doctor says that I am Bipolar. He put me on some meds' and asked me to see a psychiatrist. At home and work I have some friends and family who agree with the doctor and some who don't. I still haven't seen the psychiatrist yet, evidentally there is a slight anxiety...
We need a few FacetoFace Health members to start support groups or forums. Several members struggle with bipolar, depression, epilespy, HIV, cancer, etc. No one should struggle with the health alone. We need forums or support groups where members can post questions, thoughts, words of wisdom, and more...
I have a brother-in-law who displays signs and symptoms of being bipolar. He has manic phases when he makes rash, irresponsible decisions (like quitting jobs) and sleeps very little. When he is in a depression phase he'll stay in bed for days and has difficulty being motivated by anything (even his...
I am being treated for bipolar with seroquel, depakote, and celexa. I am still having problems with lack of energy some mood swings and have gained 50 lbs. since starting the medications. I have been researching bipolar disorder and its treatments to find other options that might be available to me....