I only go to my doc every 6 mos. I have to because I take "controlled substances" & she needs to keep records for the state that say I'm not abusing them. I have felt really well for about 4 yrs. now after getting on the correct meds. I discontinued therapy when I started to feel better. I really don't need to see any docs now, except for the necessary record keeping of the drugs I take. I know I'm very lucky to be doing so well. From the support groups I go to, most of the people are still cycling (bp) despite meds. I also have made my environment as stress-free as possible & have a very supportive husband. Though now he sometimes forgets I even have bp.

My mother had bp & had ECT & a bunch of meds, but she wasn't able to get stable & committed suicide when I was 15 so I know how serious mental illness can be.