is it bad to drink when bi polar?

Answer 1

probably

Answer 2

If you are on medication then I would be careful and would err on the side of caution and avoid alcohol for the most part.

If you are not taking any medication and have actually been properly diagnosed with Manic Depression (Bi Polar Disorder) then you need to be on medication.
The object of treatment is to stop or minimize the mood swings which come in equal parts mania and depression. Treatment is very successful when the right medication or combination is found for your particular case (Everyone responds differently)
The important and essential thing is to take the medication every day,
Lastly, remember alcohol is a drug and is actually a depressant

Answer 3

Yes - any way you look at it, it's bad to drink when you're bipolar. If you're bipolar and you're medicated, the medicine you're on is probably going to be affected by the alcohol and you're not getting the treatment you need because of that. If you're not medicated, you may start using alcohol to self medicate (bipolar people have a higher chance of becoming addicted to alcohol) and that's never a good thing. If you're bipolar, I highly suggest staying away from alcohol (although I'm sure the occasional small glass of wine won't hurt you -- small and occasional being the key words).

Answer 4

Complications.
Stopping or improperly taking medication can lead to symptoms coming back and the following complications:
Alcohol and/or drug abuse may be used as a strategy to "self-medicate."
Personal relationships, work, and finances may suffer as a result of mood swings.
Suicidal thoughts and behaviors are a very real complication of bipolar disorder.
This illness is challenging to treat. Patients and their friends and family must be aware of the risks of neglecting to treat bipolar disorder.(MedlinePlus)
The following behaviors can lead to depressive or manic relapse:
Taking hard drugs – recreationally or not – such as cocaine, alcohol, amphetamines, or opiates. These can cause the condition to worsen.(Wikipedia)
Please see the webpages for more details on Bipolar disorder.

Answer 5

It depends on how much you drink, whether you are on meds while drinking, and how it affects you. Alcohol is a depressant, so, drinking it will further depress an already depressed person. Alcohol also has negative affects when combined with any medications, especially psychotropic medications. Just be careful and use your judgement. Speak with your doctor, and most importantly, be careful.

Answer 6

Absolutely

Answer 7

yes, because drinking alcohol is directly related to causing mood disorders. Alcohol might seem like a self medication that works but it is probably just amplifying the problems or creating bigger ones.

Answer 8

Your should ask your Doctor. I think it could really depend on if you are taking medication. Some medication can have an adverse effect when alcohol is consumed. So for your health and safety, check with your Doctor.. Best Wishes..

Answer 9

Any substance that affects the mind, like alcohol or marijuana or cocaine, will affect the natural swings of bipolar...not to mention affecting the medication.

As for what exactly it can do...that's a very personal thing. You could always find out for yourself....or save yourself the time, worry and pain by avoiding alcohol.

Answer 10

bi-polar ... drunk......haha

just cant help thinking where the name came from,,,,,,
and picturing an infant with a bottle of booze and screaming about some meaningless issue that has no bearing on......

oh well............ drink and find out haha

Answer 11

Yes it is. Alcohol intensifies the illness and if you are on medication it is VERY bad to take alcohol with it. Here are some websites to see. Hope they help.