Hey JessDee, I too have ups and downs, and lately have felt like my emotions are out of control. Feel so many in a split second. I hope you feel better. UA...
How is winter treating you HT? UA...
Hi William, Hope you are not experiencing any side effects anymore. I was on another tablet for a while for more than a year. I stopped cold turkey and I still experience side effects. It was a high...
Hi Barcode, Welcome to the forum! I am sorry to hear about your friend and their episodes. You are a good friend. They are lucky to have you being concerned. You can only offer them support and help...
Hi HT, Hope you get the new scooter soon. Know it will be a great help for you. Safe safe! UA...
Hi All, Just passing through and wanted to say hi to my home forum :-) Wishing everyone a good day. Please stay safe. Have fun making masks Kathy! UA...
Hey Numeric, Happy to hear you are sewing masks. This will keep you occupied. I cannot sew, but my sister is making for er family. Hope the change in meds helps you. UA...
Hi, Some people would talk a lot when in a manic phase. Some people naturally have high energy and talk a lot. Some people may be accustom to talking a lot due to their jobs. I see it as their...
I agree too. I felt this way with my first psychiatrist which led me to thinking how unhelpful it was. I did not return to that psychiatrist. It can also make us feel worst if we do not understand. UA...
Hugsss HT. You are awesome! We need you! :-) UA...
Bipolar can be treated with both medicine and therapy working hand-in-hand. However, medication must be managed by your psychiatrist. UA...
:-) HT...
This is good! Some employers are very understanding when it comes to mental illness. Unfortunately, as HT said there are still many who discriminate and do not care to understand. I am glad your boss...
Are you using this now, and it is helping? This is great news!!! :-) UA...
Hi Dmatters, I am sorry to read what you have been through. This sounds like it was a very toxic relationship. Although you may feel sad about this relationship ending, it can be good for you...
Hi Willow1684, Welcome to the forum! I too hope you did not stop the meds suddenly. Sometimes when you stop cold turkey, there are some bad side effects. Everyone may have different effects. Check in...
Like how you look at the positives HT :-) I think positive thoughts can help sometimes. Hugsss UA...
Hi looking4eden, Welcome to the forum! For most meds, it is recommended to wean-off the dosade, especially if it was a medicine one was using long-term I hope the change in your meds will help you. UA...
Hi Oranged, Yes, I can relate. There was a time when I deactivated my Facebook account for more than a year because it made me feel awful every time I scrolled through. Social media has a big impact...
Hang in there Oranged! Sometimes the meds takes time before they start working. Sometimes we may need a dosage or combination adjustment. I hope things will get better for you. UA...
Hi michellbell, Welcome to the forum! Has your boyfriend or yourself been diagnosed with Bipolar? Do you both attend counselling? Seeking treatment can help, however, the person must be willing to...
Hi Jordan, Welcome to the forum! I have only seen Silver Linings Playbook. It was interesting. Learned a lot about the disorder by watching it. Were you able to watch any of the other your listed?...
Hi Muntu, He has a kid, so he would seek his kids interest first, and do what he knows is best for his kid. Let things be. If he wants to contact you, he will eventually. But for now, I would suggest...
Hi needingchange, Welcome to the forum! I am sorry for what you are currently going through. You mentioned your fiance threatened to punch you... To me, it sounds like you fiance can be verbally...
Hi Oranged, Welcome to the Bipolar forum :-)! I hope the Olanzapine is working for you. I have never used this.I was on Pristiq for a short period, but now I am off it. Is the pain and sore ankles...
Hi maggiern, Condolences to you and your family. I am sorry to hear bout your sister in law. This is good news. Glad you are feeling a bit better now that you are off the Wellbutrin. Happy to hear...
Hi John, Welcome to the Bipolar forum! There are times when I feel the same way too. One moment I am happy and full of energy, then, another moment I am tired, sad and frustrated. Are you using any...
Hi Torn between30, Welcome to the forum! I am sorry for how you are feeling. Please know that we are here for you. Sometimes, when our loved one are not well, it affects us as well especially...
Hi Silva, Welcome to the forum! That is so true. We all react differently to meds. I have never used any of those. I used another and experienced some bad side effect on day 1. However, I was not...
Hi Angels Watching, Welcome to the forum! I am so sorry for what you are going through, and how you are feeling. It is nice and helpful to your husband that you are there for him. Two people must...
Hi maggiern, I am sorry for your loss. Death is something hard to deal with for some people. Grief takes time as well. Everyone deals with it differently. Give yourself time to grief if you need to....
Hope you find a new renter. Sometimes, we have to let go of certain relationships in our lives. I hope things get better soon for you. UA...
How are you feeling these days Loquito? UA...
Hi Cilly, We do not have a wide variety here. But I usually buy Glade or the Goose Greek brand. We have some local businesses who started making soy candles. I may try them when the ones I have...
Hi Loquito, You are not alone! I have been feeling very down lately. Here are some things you ca try to help make yourself feel better: Turn up the volume on your radio, or on YouTube playing your...
Hi porcelainXbeauty, You are not alone in this. Sometimes due to our health issues, and for our own well being, we have to take some steps back. I had to slow down a bit last year. It was hard as I...
Hi Loquito, I am sorry to hear how things are going. I am glad you have friends you can lean out. Having a good support system is good. Know that we are here for you as well. UA...
Hi porcelainXbeauty, Remember to breathe. Just breath in, count 1 2 3, and breath out. Sometimes it is hard when you are the new person. It takes time to get adjusted. Sometimes senior co-workers...
Hi porcelainXbeauty, I know counselling can be costly. However, you can call the hotlines and have a chat. The person answering the calls are very helpful, and you tend to feel better after. There...
Hi thedogma, Welcome to the forum :-)! You sound like a very open person when it comes to yourself, and I mean this in a good way :-) You were able to see the challenges you are facing, and willing...
Hi porcelainXbeauty, I am sorry for how you are currently feeling. You are on the right track by seeking help. I am proud of you for taking this step. Having chronic pain can impact how you are...
Hi just caring, Welcome to the forum! I am sorry for your daughter's dx. We are here for you. Is she attending therapy for using meds for her Bipolar? We ask that new members please take the time to...
Hi porcelainXbeauty, Welcome to the forum :-)! Is your co-worker's boss, also your boss? Or do you both have different bosses. If you do, I would suggest to talk to your boss. If you both have the...
Hi rome, Welcome to the forum :-)! I am glad you joined us. A relationship always hurts when it ends especially when we love the person dearly. The end of a relationship can be emotional for some of...
Have you tried talking to her and being honest about how it affect you and the kids? Let her know that if she doesn't receive help of some kind then you know they will suffer further, so it’s...
Hi Lizzin, How long have you been using these meds? I have never used any of those meds, so I cannot be of much help. Did you inform your doctor about how the meds makes you feel? Be sure to inform...
Hi ghostcat, Welcome to the forum! Is your wife using meds and attending therapy for her Bipolar? I am sorry for how things are. This can affect you as well, and your health. I am glad you are with...
Good to hear that Chibijen. Know that we are here for you. UA...
Hey Chibijen, How are you doing? UA...
Hi Hyegirl151, Welcome to the forum :-)! Thank you for sharing about yourself. Congrats on your sobriety! :yeah: I am glad that things are under control for you now, and you seem to be doing better....