Finding the right combination of medications to treat our bipolar disorder is the first line of treatment, and often the best hope of continued good functioning. Since chemical and electrical changes in our brains cause our bipolar symptoms, changing these chemical states can provide a solution.
However, there is much evidence to suggest that... Read more
In the past I had a tendency to wallow in my depressions. I would get one negative thought and let it carry me to the next one and the next, digging a hole ever deeper and more difficult to climb out of.
I have two favorite kinds of negative thoughts: self-flagellations and paranoia. “You should have said this,” or “You should have done... Read more
Recently there’s been a lot of talk on the message boards about problems with bipolar spouses written by the non-bipolar spouse. These men and women are trying to be faithful and helpful, but it some cases it seems they are fighting a losing battle. At what point do you say, “Enough. I have to protect myself and my children.” ... Read more
In my last blog I was complaining about having too many things to keep track of and too busy a schedule, which culminated in a reception for my solo show at a local art gallery last night. Well, I got through it all without dropping the ball or going manic, and I can finally relax.
Yet instead of peace and satisfaction, I feel let down and... Read more
My life has been so hectic lately that I haven’t had a chance to breathe. Well, that’s what it feels like to me, even though someone else might look at my schedule and say, “What’s your problem, girl?”It’s not that I have been so busy every day, but that there are too many disparate things going on at the same time, some of which I... Read more
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