Hello to anyone out there taking the time to read through these intros!

I'm 26 and I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder about 1.5 years ago. I also have anxiety and ADD on my plate. I've just switched psychiatrists recently and my new doctor is trying out different mood stabilizers with me. I haven't really been manic in a while, and I tend to live in the depression zone.

Bipolar disorder has lead to struggles with school and relationships. My boyfriend is still adjusting to the fact that somedays my biggest accomplishment is taking a shower or getting out of bed. But he's trying. We just got a book called "Loving Someone Who is Bipolar" and we're going to try to do some of the suggested activities together.

As far as school, I was almost dismissed once and I teeter on the edge quite a bit. I work with the campus resource center to get accommodations, but it's difficult with the type of schooling I'm in. I'm just glad that most days I am able to make it in to class…

In my free time, I like to cook and read. I might be slightly obsessed with Harry Potter…

I hope to find support on here and to finally realize that I'm not alone in this.


-Asphodel