I'm so sorry, Faerie, that the system sucks! I won't go on my political rampage, but everyone deserves the right to medical care. I hope that healthcare reform doesn't get too watered down before it serves the ones who need it.
Meds are a trade-off in some cases. I don't have to deal with major mood swings, but I have to deal with side effects.
You are actually managing your bipolar quite well. You are staying educated, looking for answers.

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