Do you have a service dog for bipolar disorder?

Question

I know that it is one of the few disabilites (and almost the only mental illness) that you can have a service dog for. Just wondering if anyone out there has a service dog for their mental illness and their experience with it.

Bipolar disorder is NOT multiple personalities and NOT having phobias. It is a serious disability. It is so sad that people are having fun making fun of the disabled. It is a serious question.

goldie- most people with psych service dogs are also on meds and in therapy. it sounds like your dog is already pretty close to being a service dog (if she can help you with your manic/depressive states). check out psychdog.org for more info.

Answer 1

OK, I'm being serious. I know what bipolar disorder is because I have it. I have never heard of anyone having a service dog to help one cope with it. It seems like it would drive the dog to distraction if he had to be aware of every changing mood--especially if the person were a rapid cycler. Wouldn't it just be easier to take medication and go for regular therapy.

I'm not trying to be mean, honestly. I know my dog was very sensitive to my moods--when I was manic she would dance around me, want to go for runs, etc. If my mania took the form of anger or hostility, she would avoid me. If I were depressed, she would come over to me and put her head on my knee and want to be petted. So, I can see where someone would see the need for a service dog.

Answer 2

W.T.F are u having a breakout now ?

why the heck would a dog be able t o help you with that ? Im not being mean but your asking a stupid question just think how the HELL can a dam dog help u control multiple personalities ; there are dog to help ppl see or fetch things not as a theropist or doctor ...WTF

Answer 3

ya i have one for the fear of cats=Felinophobia