Hi! In this forum I go by the name "almostthere".
If the stress u are experiencing is more than u can handle then, yes, seek out the meds that r out there but always with the help of a doctor, or therapist. I tried to deal with my MDD, (Major Depressive Disorder), without meds but was awefully unsuccessful.
I'd like to leave u with this thought..... always rememebr that u are not alone. Don't think that u are trapped on an island all by yourself. There are millions of people in this great country of ours who are suffering.
Never lose faith in your ability as a human being to endure the challenges life hurls at you. Be patient, in time u will find happiness and peace.
Take care and I wish u all the best....
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"almostthere"
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Originally Posted by johnthorne1539
Hello all,
New to these forums (I have an intro posted in the appropriate forum for the curious).
In brief, I was diagnosed with bipolar about 7 years ago, but have always managed to cope without any medication. Lately, however, I've been under a massive amount of stress and have been rapid cycling; these have been the worst episodes in about 6 years, and the stress-inducing circumstances aren't likely to go away anytime soon.
I'm wondering if anyone else out there tries to make due without medicine, and if so, if you have any tips... or is that simply an unreasonable goal when under periods of intense stress?
Thanks!
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