I want to return to school and become a nurse/midwife. I am doing well again but have suffered several breakdowns from not taking my medication. As long as I take my medication though, I am fine. I was wondering if there is anybody else out there who is a nurse and has mental illness- bipolar/ schizoaffective disorder. I know I can do it and will talk to an academic advisor at the nursing school of my choice. I want to become a nurse-midwife if possible. I know it will take me several years. I have a bachelor’s already in science and have done some healthcare work. I enjoy obstetrics since I did it before and did well at it. The problem I have is that I have not been in healthcare field for awhile due to my lack of motivation. I was apathetic for awhile because I was disillusioned from my disorder . I know now as long as I take my medication, I am fine. I am so happy to be pursuing this path! I will see if the school will consider me. Then, I will see what I can do!