bipolar disorder

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Jaycee @fivecandles (438) • United States 3 Nov 24

When you hear "bipolar disorder" what comes to mind? I'm really curious because I've heard some really off the wall things from people when I tell them I'm bipolar. The worst to me is "oh but you don't seem bipolar"...

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I just read a fantastic article & had to share it!

Stormy Stevens @StormyRainStevens (46) • United States 18 Nov 20

Hi myLot! I hope all are doing well tonight and are enjoying the little bite of winter but staying cozy and warm! I just read one of the best articles on Bipolar Disorder that I have ever read, and I read a lot of things about...

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Heard of bipolar disorder? How to deal with a person having that?

Bella @BellaEdward (215) • India 9 Jun 20

Recently my husband had change in behavior. At times he is like i love you, i care for you and at times he is very distant and leaves no chances to brake me down. And he got diagnozed with bipolar depression and is on medication...

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Having mixed feeling about this one.

sweet as honey @sweetashoney (3597) • United States 10 Oct 19

Tonight on the news they were telling about a 9 year old boy that has been charged with five counts of first degree murder. The case involves a 9 year old from Illinois that they say set their moble home on fire and 5 people died....

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NerdGirlUSA @starflye78 (261) • Daytona Beach, Florida 21 Jan 19

I suffer from bipolar disorder, along with a slew of other mental issues, but I am extremely intelligent. That whole "fine line between genius and insanity' for sure holds true for myself, and it is a difficult path to follow....

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Mercedes planteny @Mercedes711 (13) 14 Jun 17

I want to start a forum board where everyone that chooses to join can feel comfortable talking about their feelings and challenges going on etc. And a place where yoh can get live help when really struggling or in a tough spot...

Bipolar Type I with psychotic features

Colene @cpefley (1941) • San Jose, California 2 Jan 17

That is technically my psychological diagnosis. It sounds much scarier than it actually is. Well, sometimes it is scary. I can't really watch scary movies and I have to watch myself and make sure I'm not letting things I've seen...

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I'm better but still need improvement

anthony davis @lookatdesktop (27156) • Dallas, Texas 10 Nov 16

My blood lab test results were better than expected but still they need some improvement. The normal range for a male for Creatinine in the blood is from 0.6 to 1.2 and mine is back to 1.27 from 1.5 in under 7 days, since I was...

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Pet Peeves, I Have a Few #9

Scott Ganschow @teamfreak16 (43602) • Denver, Colorado 31 Jul 16

As an easy-going guy, I'm finding that I have a lot more pet peeves than I thought. One of them is people who casually throw the term "Bipolar" around without having a clue what it actually means, usually to describe someone who...

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Bipolar Disorder...it's genetic...

Colene @cpefley (1941) • San Jose, California 31 May 16

So, I was always afraid that one of my children would develop bipolar disorder, and now all three of my teenagers are exhibiting symptoms. Last night my oldest son was texting me with things he wanted to buy with his graduation...

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Shameless (US version) and Bipolar Disorder

Colene @cpefley (1941) • San Jose, California 30 May 16

I really like the Showtime show, "Shameless". It is definitely not for the faint-of-heart, however. It definitely pushes the boundaries of what is acceptable on television. Despite that, one of the most painful things for me to...

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Back to Treatment Tomorrow

angel_smiles @Lolaze (5092) • St. Louis, Missouri 3 Aug 15

With the exception of June, I've been in treatment for bipolar, anxiety, and PTSD since the end of January. I've had all these issues for years but they really got bad after my dad died in December. When my therapist found out...

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Are all bipolar people like this?

jadoixa @jadoixa (1166) • Philippines 8 Apr 13

i know someone who has a mental disorder called "bipolar disorder" and this person has a lot of children, he usually provides for them but don't communicate and seems not proud of his children. not sure if they truly love their...

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Dr Campbell Found a Way to Cure Her Son's Autism

Marja @buenavida (9984) • Sweden 16 Dec 12

Yes, I think this is amazing. This doctor also helps adults and children with ADHD, ADD, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, Depression and many other disorders just by resoring the healthy bacteria in their...

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Do you do this too?

SomeCowgirl @SomeCowgirl (32189) • United States 25 Aug 12

I'm sitting here in mylot with so many discussions I need to go through. Honestly if I was being completely honest I'd have to say years worth. There are some I don't ever intend to respond to because of "embarrassment" I suppose...

It's coming back / I want to cry

SomeCowgirl @SomeCowgirl (32189) • United States 3 Apr 12

I can feel it. I had something stressful happen just a bit ago and now I have the urge to quit my job. I seem to have this urge only when my bipolar is flaring up. I am stressed and annoyed but I have no reason to be. When it...

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SHE'S the only one that makes me mad

SomeCowgirl @SomeCowgirl (32189) • United States 28 Sep 11

I won't say WHO it is, but I will say I think everyone in my family with this same disorder, minus maybe one person, feels / felt the same way. Even if they didn't admit it to me. I HATE that she irritates me so, but she's the...

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Have you ever heard of bipolar disorder disease?

cairalyssa @cairalyssa (1402) • Malaysia 21 Jul 11

How do u deal with these people who suffer this disease? They became so iritated that makes me really dont care to get close to them... How can i ever understand a situation of mood swing without any valid reason??

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Bipolar - Is it possible to restrict your mood swings to certain times or people

myempress @myempress (185) • Philippines 5 Mar 11

So during depression, you might be a bit under par or unsociable at school or work, but when you get home you might be in absolute rages with your loved ones. During mania, you would act silly and hilarious at home or school, and...

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Patty Duke and her wonderful books

headrickwife @headrickwife (21) 27 Jun 10

One famous person that makes sure she is heard loud and clear when it comes to her illness is Patty Duke. You may remember her the best from The Patty Duke Show. She played Patty and her cousin Cathy in this "identical cousins"...

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