I was diagnosed about 3 or 4 years ago. It's still driving me crazy and I can't cope with the fact that I'll never be a regular person. Any advice?
2007-01-17 14:10:20 · 10 answers · asked by Melissa 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Keep trying with the medications and don't give up if one (or two or three) done work. Same with therapy. You may never completely grow out of it, but you will be amazed at the change in life you will see as you grow older.
My sister was horribly bipolar as a teenager. Now in her early 20's, you would barely know. She is very happy, in love, and working. I NEVER would have thought she would get this far. Im so happy for her, she deserves it, she went through hell, and you deserve the same happiness!
2007-01-17 14:31:30 · answer #1 · answered by hummingbirdnectar 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Medication is the only way to control the manic episodes and depression that recur with Bipolar disorder. I hope you are able to have some semblance of normalcy and feel like yourself once you are on a regimen of meds. The interesting fact that I read about Bipolar Disorder in my Psych 253 class the other day was that a lack of Omega 3 fatty acids have some connection to the impulses. In countries where seafood is consumed almost everyday especially fish there are very few reported cases of the disease. You should consider some supplements. My boyfriend has the disorder and its so weird he is allergic to seafood and won't touch fish, you have to wonder if this is a major factor. I wish you the best
2007-01-17 14:19:19 · answer #2 · answered by kimmy p 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
first of all just because you're bipolar doesn't mean that you can't be a "regular person"
i've been diagnosed with a variety of mental illnesses (bipolar being one of them) but that doesn't mean that i'm not a "regular" person, it just means that my brain chemistry is a little out of whack.
it's no different than having diabetes (and if you're like me you hate that analogy but it's true). just because you suffer from an illness doesn't mean you can live a perfectly happy and "normal" life.
i would check your local area and see if they have a bipolar support group, sometimes talking to other people with the same/similar dx's can help.
if you ever want to talk e-mail me.
2007-01-17 14:16:59 · answer #3 · answered by Mutly 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can lead a perfectly normal and productive life given the right medical intervention. Seek out every opportunity you can for treatment and therapy, support groups are wonderful at alleviating the sense of isolation. Many many people are bipolar you certainly aren't alone and should allow it to inhibit you chance at a normal healthy life.
2007-01-17 14:20:50 · answer #4 · answered by smedrik 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You won't be "regular" in what sense? You are regular just not like others. Best way to deal with it is to find a great therapist and a good shrink. Take your meds and please let the people close to you know about your disorder so they aren't shocked by strange behaviors when and if they happen.
Good luck to you.
2007-01-17 14:16:11 · answer #5 · answered by Loli M 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lots of bipolar persons live perfectly normal lives. You just need to treat the symptoms. See your health care professional for advice. Good Luck.
2007-01-17 14:14:40 · answer #6 · answered by dym5gram 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
you are a regular person. you can have any career you want & excel at it - ask kay redfield jamison - read her books
2007-01-17 14:18:05 · answer #7 · answered by hobo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
take the meds... it balances out when you are continually on medicine regimine.
Be Blessed!
2007-01-17 14:21:13 · answer #8 · answered by ramzee 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My friend takes lithium.
2007-01-17 14:17:30 · answer #9 · answered by Olivia H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
what type of bi polar
2007-01-17 14:15:39 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋