Hi just4today
I have bipolar I, and some other baggage, but to answer your question on seasons. I know that I have for the last at least 5 years now had my depressive cycle begin in the fall, usually between now and at earliest start October.
The last 2 Octobers I can remeber started my depressive phase to being severe. It has been this way now that I look back. My hospitalizations for depression have been in the winter months for last 5 years.
Been Mentally Ill for 11 years now, and have stayed out of the hospital last winter for the first time I can remember. Bipolar meds are Effexor XR, Lithium, Risperdal...to name a few major.
Been on same meds now for about 5 months, seems like I should get an award. Think it may be a record for me. Just keep my fingers crossed as the seasons change.
Peace and best of luck for you this winter-Chris
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