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Aug 28, 2014, 04:41 PM
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Just wanted to hear from everyone some proven techniques on how to handle mood changes.
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Bipolar Type I | 40 mg of Latuda, 0.5 mg of Xanax | Diagnosed August 27 2013 |
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Aug 28, 2014, 05:19 PM
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I'm interested in knowing myself. The best I can do is be mindful of BP and try to keep track of my mood.
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Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind. ~ Dr. Seuss |
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Aug 28, 2014, 05:21 PM
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Mindfulness, Meditation, Exercise, Healthy diet,Structure,Chart moods on paper or phone app, Good sleep habits,Self grounding and most important .. Be kind to yourself
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Aug 28, 2014, 06:36 PM
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I would add interacting with understanding family and friends.
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Aug 28, 2014, 08:12 PM
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I would add to the many great suggestions already given, CBT (cognitive behavior therapy). CBT includes mindfulness that can help one be aware of mood changes to try to cope with them. Unfortunately, I haven't found a therapist who does CBT (I live in a small town) but there are some good web sites to try to do self-help with it (Bipolar Mood Management) that have helped me. CBT does help with bipolar--do Internet search for "CBT bipolar" (e.g., http://bipolar.stanford.edu/document...ionDay2009.pdf).
The "best" coping skill is the one that we try, that works, and that we continue!  What is the best for one person may not be the best for everyone.
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Aug 28, 2014, 08:24 PM
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I wonder if DBT can help? I purchased the Kindle version of a good DBT workbook to see if it is helpful.
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Dx: Bipolar I, ADD, GAD. Rx: Fluoxetine, Buproprion, Olanzapine, Lamictal, and Strattera. |
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