Yesterday, I saw my psychiatrist. We are both happy with the improvements that have happened since I started risperidone at the end of July. There are a few times racing thoughts have started to kick in, making me worry I was going to have to up my dose of risperidone, but coping mechanisms seemed to keep them at bay. We also had a really good talk about, if I end up having kids one day, what treatment might possible look like through pregnancy and in the postpartum phase. We also talked about the risks of my child being diagnosed with bipolar disorder. He of course can't give me specific answers, but having this conversation with him puts me in a much better spot to talk with my boyfriend about the risks of me becoming pregnant, including possible psychosis, would be if we ever find ourself married and with kids. My psychiatrist saying, if I would become pregnant while I am his patient, he would be happy to help me through it was also very comforting.

Being back at school, getting settled with my new students, is going well. Next week will be our first full week of school so I am sure personalities will start to come out more then than they already are. I was also able to get together with a group of friends tonight, one of whom is from out of state, so that was nice! All in all, these past couple of days have been pretty great! I'm so grateful for having a sense of stability right now.