Is there a cure for bi polar?

Question

I suffer from bi polar disorder and I don't know myself anymore. I hate who I am I weigh 8 stone and feel fat work out constantly work hard. But somethings missing friends a girl friend. I have been complimented on my looks and gentle personality yet know one cares. I am traing hard to enter the world karate championships in Tokyo in 2 years time. But I keep convining myself I am nothing but I need to hold on to this dream. I am 19 and have suffered like this since childhood. I have bad days and good. Days where I need little sleep days when I need alot. Im lost now.

Answer 1

I am bipolar, and have been getting treatment for almost 15 years. I've experienced all of the symptoms you mentioned, and still struggle daily with finding self-worth. I can tell you that there are many medications used to treat this condition, but it takes careful monitoring and therapy to find the right ones for YOU. There is hope. I know how difficult this must be for you, but you seem to recognize your situation as an unhealthy one, and you seem to want to do something about it. Talk to someone in your area about getting your treatment underway, and Good Luck.

Answer 2

Hi there...
I am sorry to say, but there is no cure. My sister suffers from it ans I understand how you feel, they haven't as yet been able to find her the right medication. She has the extreme highs and the lowest of lows. I can tell you that at the moment, you need the people around you who have always been there, as they are more likely to understand. New people in your life right now would only complicate me. My sister has gone through a lot of boyfriends during her illness and until she's properly medicated, it does her more harm than good. Although it isn't their fault, they don't understand the illness and they, as well as her, end up getting hurt and then she's back to square one. She is quite bad at the moment, and as hard as it is, she was my best-friend and now I hardly know her. And she is only 20, so I can sort of tell what you're going through
You need to focus on the Karate, mate. It must make you feel good and if that feeling only lasts a little while, it's better than being at the low point. That is a real accomplishment for you and not many people get to hold on to their dreams, so do all that you can to fulfill the one part of your life that makes you happy.
I wish you all the best and if you would like to write to me for someone to talk to, I don't mind at all. It'd be good for me to talk to someone else going through it, as well. My email is [e-mail]
I hope to hear from you and I hope I have helped you in some way :)

Answer 3

Hi, I too have bipolar, it is a difficult and testing disease. Whilst there is no cure it can be controlled with the right medication, exercise and learning to recognise when your mood is beginning to change/swing. I've had it since 14, nadly since 17 and now at 26 I am stable, and well. Good support is helpful from friends/family etc. I hated who I was when I was 19 but as you get better, which you will, and perhaps with something like cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) or some form of counselling it will help improve your self esteem. Good luck,

Answer 4

I dont have manic depression.Cant it be managed with Lithium?? This guy I knew He is a manic depressive treated with Lithium and had to be hospitalised.He used to take base aswell,which is like exasperating the problem,and speeding His nut off.He wasn`t really skinny though,but a greedy ,selfish chubby.I do get depression though,and do have an addictive personality,but thankfully I can manage things like gambling.Thank-fully I`m also someone who likes to be in control of my environment.
You`ve got something Your working towards,a goal,which is a good focus.If a girlfriend happens then that`s good but don`t stress.19 is still young.When I was your age /20,I weighed 8.1 st ,and at 5'.6" that was border -line under weight,so chances are your taller.Def not fat.Keep smiling

Answer 5

there is no cure for bi-polar disorder (that i am aware of). Mood swings are a part of bi polar disorder, being 19 and involved with the world karate championship has channeled your life away from family and friends toward a single mindedness. to accomplish one goal. Doesn't karate require a specific mind set? calm? serene? acceptance of self? All answers are not found in books-- the inner peace that you seek socially and mentally. Come from within sometimes aided by medications.

Answer 6

ARe you officially diagnosed as bipolar, or just feel that it fits? If you are bipolar and not on medication, then it isn't going to get any better, just worse.

If you haven't been diagnosed, then be very wary: 'bad days and good' doesn't sound like bipolar, frankly, and you really don't want bipolar.

Anyway, to answer the question, no, there is no cure. Just a lifetime on a variety of potentially nasty psychiatric drugs.

Answer 7

no there is no cure but medication will help. you will have periods where you feel high and low in mood, you may recognise these periods and be pro-active with the help from your consultant.and adjustment of meds, but you do need to get yourself diagnosed first. Lack of lithium in the body is usually a cause, which is what your doctor can prescribe.
you can live a 'normal' life, friends and family just need to understand the illness and be there for you.

Answer 8

Bi-Polar or Manic depression as it is commonly known cannot be cured but if you get your GP to refer you to a neurologist he can help you with the correct treatment. Usually Lithium is prescribed to help the attacks when they occur.
Don't worry though you are in good company as among others Stephen Fry is also a sufferer.

Good luck and I hope you can get it sorted.

Answer 9

Because it is varied and constantly changing symptoms, drug treatments are the only way to CONTROL it. You also need to engage in education of the illness to help identify symptoms and recognize signs of relapse. Check out www.psychguides.com.

Answer 10

No cure but treatments can keep it under control but you dont sound like you have bi polar