I see noway to separate it. BP will be at times just a possible huge problem. Takes time to find medications that are going to be effective for you with as low amount of side effects as possible.

There are many things that can help you manage and live a great life with Bp in it. You will need to learn coping skills .. Meditation, Mindfulness, Breathing exercises, Sleep hygiene, Healthy diet and exercise, Charting your daily moods, The list goes on and on.

If your have a T (therapist) they can be so very helpful in teaching you coping skills and learning how to actualy use them.

Bipolar is a real medical problem and at times it can feel like a giant monster, but.. Bipolar does not mean you can't have a wonderful marriage and family. I do not advise telling any potential partners right off the bat, let them get to know you, telling too soon can just scare someone off because they just don't understand much if anything about mental illness. Plus you might hit date 3 or 4 and decide the guys a jerk, lol.... So don't box yourself in.

The one true thing about Bipolar is it cycles , it will always cycle.

Welcome to PC I hope you find this site as helpful and supportive as I have.