2006-06-29 10:02:16 · 11 answers · asked by HipGirl100 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Well the first thing is to make sure you always take your medicine. I here it all the time that he or she stopped taking their medicine because they did not like how it made them feel. And go on line and print out all about your disorder and give it to them, tell them they are ur friends and u want them to understand this. Find a support group to join I know u are going to be busy but when u need it you will know where to go. Talk to a councilor they will guide you in the right direction. Hope this helps. I have friends who have all kinds of disorders I myself have ADD. I know where you are coming from. The best ot you! : )
2006-06-29 10:11:48 · answer #1 · answered by CHAEI 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Stress is one factor which can affect everyone in different ways, so if the stress of starting college is worrying you, try and get some support as soon as possible, eg trhough the student services or counselling department, or via your tutor system. As far as your friends are concerned, only you can really know what suits you best as a way of support. However, I suggest taht when you are able to identify trigger factors, that you talk to your friends about it openly, and then they may have had experineces that can help you. Make sure that you stay stable by taking any medication that has been prescribed to you, and by ensuring that you attend your psychiatric ouptatient appointments, and discussing issues as they arise either with your pschiatrist or nurse. Good luck with college.
2006-06-29 10:07:38 · answer #2 · answered by Eleanora 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be very careful of quack psychiatrists out there. The newest scam out there is to drug everyone up on very dangerous medication for over diagnosed mental illnesses such as bi polar disorder. I would not trust any mental health professional since it is a widely known practice for shrinks to forget about the hypocratic oath and just believe in F*** the patient make $$$$$$$.
Did you know that a recent study has found that 100% of all shrinks who participated in the study (1000 of them) were found to be taking kickbacks from the drug companies? Sounds suspicious huh? You bet it does. Makes us all wonder if they really have the best interests of their patients at heart or are they all just expensive con artists.
My opinion, do yourself a favor and tell your quack shrink to take a hike. And stay away from drugs such a Zyprexa, it is a killer.
Trust me I know. I lost a dear friend to this horrible drug from kidney failure. Shrinks are nothing more then disgusting opportunists. The idiot shrink told the patient he or she is not suffering from any physical side effects that are known to be dangerous. He eventually lost his license to practice "medicine" An autopsy proved that the patients life could have been saved easily by the use of kidney dialysis. If only she went to a REAL doctor, she would be alive today.
true story
2006-06-29 10:39:04 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are bipolar you need proper medical care with the right medication. I learned some about it in college. Your doctor should be able to prescribe the right dose and frequency. I don't know if some friends will be supportive, but I was more supportive once I learned what it was. Maybe you could educate them yourself. It may drive some people away from you out of fear, but it could also lead to a few friends who really care.
2006-06-29 10:18:06 · answer #4 · answered by stick man 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep in close contact with our therapist and take your medication as directed. Have blood tests done as suggested.
NO ILLEGAL drugs and limit alcohol and try to find a support group in the college system. Above all remember you are an important person and you can do this. Read literature on your illness and if your family is supportive keepin close contact
2006-06-29 10:14:12 · answer #5 · answered by gjnoto@verizon.net 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if your college is going to be far from where you now live. you need to take steps to find a therapist and psychiatrist in the area where you plan on attending school. also check into bi-polar support groups in that area. please note that in order to maintain stability, you need to stay on your meds.also therapy should always be your primary course of treatment. if you are not in therapy now make sure to set it up when you get to college, as you will be facing many unknown stressers. starting college is hard in the first place without having to deal with a mental disorder. you will have to stay on top of your illness.
2006-06-29 12:18:08 · answer #6 · answered by Simply D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Establish a routine, Get plenty of rest and eat properly. Don't abuse recreational drugs. exercise and keep in contact with your family.
Good Luck
2006-06-29 10:59:13 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if comfortale with sharing this with others...tell them in hopes that they will be able to watch for signs that you may not be aware of...you know the symptoms you feel inside so if they occur then let doctor know...if on medication continue to take and do not stop without doctor knowing
2006-06-29 10:07:41 · answer #8 · answered by butterfly_lashes 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
smoke some trees with your friends.. that seems to help.
and if you act up they will be too stoned to realize your bipolar disorder.
2006-06-29 10:05:48 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a lot of good info on this subject right here.
2006-06-29 22:25:58 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋