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Queenahrts

33 yrs old, married, 8 yr old daughter I adore, writer

posted 03/14/2009, comments (3)

Cluster Schmuck

I am a newly diagnosed woman with bipolar disorder. I've been living in manic phase for the past week, which is a far cry from my suicidal thoughts from last week. I think I went from the absolute lowest of my lows to the absolute highest of my highs this past 2 weeks. I am going through some other stuff at home as well, and I've made many... Read more Chevron

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Winston Smith

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52,pastor,bipo,bp,o/c,closet bound, ect@2 yrs,resets the clock

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posted 03/05/2009, comments (2)

Still Kickin'

Hi Y'all! Sorry I haven't posted anything over the past few months (you probably didn't even notice). Well, right after christmas I had foot surgery, which laid me up for 6 weeks, and I'm still recovering. The first few days home were hell. I was taking Vicadin and, like a good boy, I followed the instructions exactly. Every 4 hours I... Read more Chevron

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Trying2bNormal

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Iowa mother of 2 in nursing profession struggling to cope.

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posted 02/27/2009, comments (2)

Need help asap!

I am at my lowest point..I have never been this way.I would never tell family or anyone when I'm fighting the thoughts, but i'm looking up the effects of my diazepam and too much. please post back, I will be on for a bit...I don't want to die but I feel that if my family is done then I should be to. I quit!

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posted 02/20/2009, comments (4)

10 Ways to Support a Loved One with Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder touches the lives of friends and family. There may be times when you feel confused, incapable of helping, or even scared. When it comes to offering support there are no set rules, but some guidelines may be helpful in working out what is best for you, your family, and the welfare of your loved one with bipolar... Read more Chevron

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Erin

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posted 01/17/2009, comment (1)

I'm not sure what the next step is...

I've been diagnosed 10 months ago. It gave me hope that my life had a bit of meaning to it. I am BP2 so depression is where I spend most of the time. I've had reactions to Lithium and am now on Lamotrigine and Epical (Valproic). My doc has me talking about a return to work and says that my therapy is where the help... Read more Chevron

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