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Re: Bipolar Spectrum » stargazer2

Posted by jade k on July 6, 2010, at 14:51:33

In reply to Re: Bipolar Spectrum/Roslyn, posted by stargazer2 on July 6, 2010, at 11:30:40

> What about it? The twenty years have been more negative than positive with a smattering of some normalcy but my overall opinion has been more bad than good years. UNfortunately, if we went after the bipolar issues sooner I perhaps may have had more normalcy, right? Looking back I have had real severe suicidality that could have been treated iwth Lithium before now! I am angry with so much of what I have gone through.

Hi Star,

I don't blame you for being angry. I actually am stunned that you have made it through 20 years of depression, dysphoria, mood swings, and suicidal thinking without EVER a suggestion of Lithium. I can't know to what extent suicidal thoughts and ideation have been part of your overall clinical history, but it seems clear that Lithium (and a correct diagnosis) could have been very helpful for you.

I hope you use that anger to propel yourself in a positive direction aimed at confirming a proper diagnosis followed by appropriate, effective treatment. I know its easier said than done but sounds like your up for it.

I have never heard "Bipolar Spectrum" being a diagnosis itself. Rather, groups of characteristics determine a bipolar "type" and where it fits within the spectrum. I could be wrong.

I found some info here that you may find helpful as a place to start, dunno.

"Bipolar Spectrum Disorders: Diagnosis and Pharmacologic Treatment"
by John Preston, Psy.D., ABPP
at www.continuingedcourses.net

If your dianosis of Bipolar is correct, finding effective treatment for your symtoms should become easier. I hope so.

btw- when the "manic" part of bipolar presents as anger, irritability, even rage, it does not rule out bipolar. Many bipolars switch from severe depression to a hypomanic or manic negative mood state.

Good luck~

Jade

 

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