Good Morning everyone.

I am a University student who was recently diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder. My doctor has perscribed me medication which she said is for prevention. She also told me that if I take this medication regulary, live healthily and set up a routine that I wouldn't experience another episode ever again. I did some research when I got home, and on every site it said that, while medication lessens mood swings and increases the time between them, most people with bipolar disorder, even those who take their medication regularly, relapse. Is this true? Furthermore, why does it happpen? I mean, especially if you don't decrease the medication or start a new one. Does it just stop working?

I apologize if this comes across as ignorant. I am just kind of anxious because I don't fully understand how all this works and I feel kind of lied to and can't seem to get a straight answer from anyone.

Thanks in advance.