I finally realized that either I tell them what "we" are going to do or it will just be a fiasco. Bipolar for decades. Shortage of docs down here in Phoenix. It's not pretty.
I wrote up a timeline on the computer along with my psych history. It helps repeating myself when I change doctors. My latest pdoc actually pays attention, doesnt mind when I get pissed off, and has a dual certification with neurology -great. Still, they really dont have enough time to do much good.
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Bipolar 2 with anxious distress
mixed states & rapid cycling under severe stress
tegretol 200 mg
wellbutrin 75 mg, cut in half or higher dose as needed
Regular aerobic exercise
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