Posted by Cece on November 5, 2002, at 22:59:01
In reply to Re: Public disclosure of psychiatric disorder » Cece, posted by sadie evans on November 1, 2002, at 12:03:46
Hi Sadie,
The article appeared in the New York Times, Science Section, Tuesday, August 13, 2002. At the time, I was disappointed in it, but as I reread it now I see that it's a decent piece. I was disappointed in the part about me because, as happens in journalism, my quotes were reworded a bit and I didn't feel that what I really wanted to say got across.
The reason that I decided to do it although I chose to remain anonymous, was because I feel strongly that my bipolar disorder and the RSAD are related and that it's not coincidental that my treatment for the former has helped the latter. I thought that that connection might be helpful to other people. It is not clear to me whether the writer quoted me in a way that tells the reader that I am indeed much, much better now in the summer with my medication finally tweaked just right. Maybe you'll read it and let me know whether that comes across or not.
My seasonal cycle is still with me, it's just not out of control and disabling- it's more subtle and manageable. At the level that it's at, it challenges me to respect the seasons of the year with their different ambient moods. I would like to live more in sych with them- a challenge indeed in a busy urban area and in a time when people are expected to perform the same every day of the year.
By the way, I like the winter! I do like most people get 'cabin fever' at some point, but I feel calmed by the quiet privacy of the dark. If you suffer in summer and in winter, do you enjoy spring and fall?
Best,
Cece
Hi Cece,
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> I am new to this group and just posted a reply to another of your messages. I am amazed to find someone with a similar profile. I also have Bipolar II with "summer-winter variant" SAD. I do poorly with less light in the winter, and also do poorly with increased heat in the summer. I would love to read the article--could you tell me where to find it? thanks,
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