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Old May 03, 2022, 07:14 PM
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@tigger119, I'd like to begin by welcoming you here to this bipolar forum. I'm glad you posted, particularly because I see that as a sign of acknowledging what happened and processing it. It's always a good start either during or after manic episodes. Have you called your doctor yet? Does s/he know what went on? I think they should know asap (today, if possible) so they can provide some appropriate assistance. You don't want to fall into a deep depression or have your mania be re-sparked. I know it can from experience. I also understand the use of alcohol to "cope". I can also say that it only does harm.

My advice is:

1. Call your doctor and tell them everything. Yes, everything. Believe me that they've heard much worse. If you have a therapist, do call them, too.
2. Pour any alcohol down the drain, and don't go to a bar or liquor store again for a while.
3. As Yaowen very well stated, you can forgive yourself and move on.
4. After you've done #1, #2, & #3, call your favorite mate and apologize. No need to tell them about the prostitute. If they already know you have bipolar disorder, they should hopefully at least know you acknowledged the episode and are...hopefully...working with your doctor to re-stabilize. Seeking help is not only good for you, but means a lot to those who care about us.

Hugs and I look forward to seeing you around. We're happy to support and you'll surely find this a nice community of members.
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Dx: Bipolar type 1

Psych Medications:
* Tegretol XR (carbamazepine ER) 800 mg
* Lamictal (lamotrigine) 150 mg
* Seroquel XR (quetiapine ER) 500 mg

I also take meds for blood pressure, cholesterol, and tachycardia.
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Thanks for this!
*Beth*