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Originally Posted by JaneC
Then you would have a diagnosis of bipolar instead of PTSD.
You would still be MowtownJohnny, the same person inside and out. It would not define you. You would still ride your bike, go to work and do a fantastic job, you would take care of yourself, your home, your health, your dog and live successfully.
You would take the appropriate medication and live your life to the full, as you wish to do.
Why do you feel the need to have a label determine your possibilities in life? Determine your chances at achieving the fulfilling life you wish to live? You are so much more than your diagnosis!
(Sorry if that comes across as snappy, it is not my intention. I am in a bit of a grumpy mood after putting up with poor behaviour of classmates! Grrrr)
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Not necessarily INSTEAD of PTSD. Some of us have both. And then some.
I did a little research and discovered most people who have panic attacks are bipolar, too. Statistics range from 60 to 80%, depending on what you're reading.
Those two disorders frequently travel together.
I agree totally with the rest of this post. The way I look at it, I've been this way most of my life, way before the labels.