i've carried this diagnosis for 12 years, i'm only 27.
doesn't ever fully go away, even with the right medications.
(for me anyway, everyone is different)
i also haven't been on medication in 7 years. disregard everything i say, i'm "psychotic"; LAWL.
hm. no one's "symptoms" are the same therefore no one's "coping skills" for said symptoms are the same. so; it's all a learning process. the key to success is figuring yourself out, what makes you react to things the way you do. logic is key.

fin.