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BiPolar and Parenting
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I was recently diagnosed as Bipolar and I want to reach out to other parents with Bipolar disorder.
Location: Washington
Members: 3
Latest Activity: Nov 17, 2011
Bipolar disorder is an illness that causes extreme mood changes from manic episodes of very high energy to the extreme lows of depression. It is also called manic-depressive disorder.
This illness can cause behavior so extreme that you cannot function at work, in family or social situations, or in relationships with others. Some people with bipolar disorder become suicidal.
Having this disorder can make you feel helpless and hopeless. But you are not alone. Talking with others who suffer from it may help you learn that there is hope for a better life. And treatment can help you get back in control.
Family members often feel helpless when a loved one is depressed or manic. If your loved one has bipolar disorder, you may want to get counseling for yourself. Therapy can also help a child who has a bipolar parent.
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Being Diagnosed and coping
I was diagnosed with Bi-Polar Disorder about 5 years ago. My first reaction was crying just re-leaved to finally have a answer to why i had so many mood changes. I have lost many friends in the past…Continue
Tags: Happiness, Depression, Medicine, Mental, Medical
Started by Jennifer Bowerman Oct 10, 2011.
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Comment by Whitney Scheib on November 17, 2011 at 12:59pm -
I was diagnosed with bipolar at age 13. I quit my medication at 16, and haven't been on it since. I am now almost 20 years old, taking care of 4 kids daily. Bipolar is NOT an easy thing, and people make it seem easier then it is. I have constant battles with depression every day, and I frequently have to walk away and hide for a few minutes, as to not lose my temper. This is all OFF meds!! I am currently workign on getting back on my meds, and Im glad to see Im not the only one with this going on!
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Comment by Jennifer Bowerman on October 19, 2011 at 6:27am -
I have had only one night thankfully where i could not sleep at all. It's as if all the energy that i should have had throughout the week comes to me all at once. With the right medicines and knowledge about being bi polar you will be able to rest every night. :)
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Comment by Lainey B on October 19, 2011 at 1:39am -
I am having my first manic episode since being diagnosed in April 2011. I can't sleep and my mind is racing. The nurse said I might not even get sleep for a few days. I am just trying to use my skills (Distress Regulation, Mindfulness practice and lots of deep breathing.
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