Welcome to my Bipolar 2 Experience. I had early-onset bipolar and was diagnosed at age 17 with manic-depression. My diagnosis was changed to bipolar ll disorder in my mid-30s. There are many good blogs about bipolar disorder and I don’t wish to reiterate other view points but having had childhood bipolar means for virtually my entire …
For people with bipolar disorder, how did it feel once you began taking medication? I have bipolar II disorder and ADHD. Bipolar II is on the bipolar spectrum and is characterized by hypomania and bipolar depression. I have rapid cycling between hypomania and depression with mixed-episodes. My hypomania is grandiose thinking, decreased need for sleep, …
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How do you live a normal life while dealing with a mental illness? by Andrea Krueger, LMSW Answer by Andrea Krueger, LMSW: First of all “normal” when it comes to life is subjective. It depends on what you consider “normal.” Your life may not seem normal compared to someone else but it’s normal for you; …
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What phrase do you hold in your mind when you feel like ending your life? by Andrea Krueger Answer by Andrea Krueger: Not a phrase but a dual thought: “I must die/I need to live.” There is no “I must die but I need to live.” I have two discrete thoughts each held by my emotional and …
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Is it true that you can’t live a long life if you have bipolar disorder? by Andrea Krueger Answer by Andrea Krueger: I don’t know yet. I have lived with bipolar disorder my entire life. My bipolar II disorder gives me persistent suicidal thoughts. I turn 51 this year. Every day is a success for …
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