All I can tell you from my experience I can't handle life without meds. The depression goes too deep. I don't have much trouble with manic episodes, but the depression is kicking my butt even with medication right now.
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Bipolar I, Depression, GAD Meds: Zoloft, Zyprexa, Ritalin
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