Posted by Kirsty on March 17, 2004, at 11:49:03
In reply to rapic cycling bipolar/cyclothymyia, posted by tara-t on March 13, 2004, at 2:44:55
Hi- I know that it doesn't always help to hear that someone understands, but I think I might have an inkling of how you feel. I was diagnosed with bipolar last year, in my senior year of highschool. It's tough to be in the "best years of your life" when you're miserable. But don't ever say sorry- you don't have to be sorry for anything, not your moods, not your complaining, not anything. You're coming to grips with something very difficult- and you're facing it and reaching out. You don't have to pretend to be alright- you don't have to smile and be the person people can get along with. In terms of meds- find someone you trust to 1)help you understand what the disorder actually is and that it's not who you are and 2) help you understand what the meds do and why you should take them. Just from experience- i went off meds and attempted suicide. But don't ever apologize. Do what you need to do to take care of yourself. Best of luck.
Kirsty
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