Posted by B2chica on April 26, 2005, at 9:39:39
In reply to I can't live this way, posted by liberty2004 on April 26, 2005, at 7:34:34
Hey liberty, you've come to the right place. Babble is here.
two answers to 'i can't live this way'...
1)you shouldn't have to live with depression or mania, that is why you will need to fight to find the right med combo...and you will find it-it just takes time.
2)You Can live like this. chances are you aren't just getting these symptoms, you've probably had them for years and fought them. you are just getting a dx. and that's a first step. you are already a survivor...be pleased with that.All i can tell you is it's been over a year and half since i got my diagnosis and it has been a bumpy ride but i'm still here.
It may not be an easy or simple road but i can tell you that if you hang on tight you WILL get through this and land on your feet!
there will be days you are SIck of medication, there will be days you are Sick of doctors, there will be days you are Sick of the dx, and there will certainly be days you want to stay in bed and cover up with blankets. However, there will also be days you feel SOOOOOOO much stronger for having survived through all this, you will feel proud for gaining strength, and most of all, if you play an active role you will have gained So much knowledge and wisdom that you will be able to help MANY others that are just starting in their journey with this as well.Please, just give yourself time. Try to relax when you can. You WILL have normal periods, don't spend them worrying about your next 'episode'. enjoy them when they come. and know your family is right there and you are a Great parent doing all you can.
take care.
b2c.
> I need help!!!! I can't accept the fact that I am bipolar and that I have to take medicine. I found out 6 weeks ago that I am Bipolar. I hate the medicines because of the sexuall side affects (no orgasm). I feel like something huge in my life is missing and that I am less of a person due to the anorgasm. On top of everything else I have 3 kids to raise, a 3,7,and 11 year old, so I know in my head I have to take medicine but I DON'T WANT TO!!!!!!! Someone please help me.. I go through this every other day and my husband is suffering seeing me this way. Thanks Liberty
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