Thanks to my California pdoc that I saw for so many years before I moved away started me using the Omega3 EPA (not the DHA) 1200+mg/day to help with my depression. I was lucky that it worked so well for me because I had such horrible side effects & allergic reactions to almost every psych med that I tried. One of the negative things about supplements is that they aren't covered by prescription coverage & when I have financial issues it's not always possible to purchase it but when I do, it really makes a huge difference not only in my depression level, but in my ability to think through the issues that are bothering me & also just in studying & learning things (I'm 57, so not in school, but have many other things that I have been studying & learning at this point in life.

I was wondering if a supplement like that might be of some help in your situation or at least for the depression side of the bipolar. Was thinking that possibly, with the Omega 3 not only helping with the body & the mind that it might allow you to cut back a little on the med that keeps you from being tired.....maybe help balance the whole everything a bit better. Just a thought since I know that not every med or supplement works the same for everyone.

I am so glad to hear that you were able to stick it through so far to make it through the nausea. I was never one who could stick it through the side effects as they seemed to get worse & never better. Sounds like the meds really do help with your quality of life & that is the goal they all should have.

Glad you are getting some sleep....that is one of my most difficult things is falling asleep & staying asleep. Good not to worry about things in the future....one day at a time & deal with what happens when it happens.....you sound like you are doing well & that is so very important when trying to stay focused & make it through school.