Introduction

Hello. I am new to this board. I was diagnosed as bipolar type II about 2 years ago. I have a 16 year old and an almost 2 year old boys. I am in a supportive relationship. I just wanted to introduce myself and see if there are others that are in the same boat as I. I was hospitalized in June for depression. I was suicidal. I've been feeling quite a bit better these days but still struggle occasionally. I'm on Abilify and zoloft for meds. The past few days I will have moments of overwhelming sadness and hopelessness. They don't last very long but are very intense. Is this common?

Has anything happened lately? Do you have a therapist? Do you get SAD? Welcome. I have a kid that's 12.5 yrs. My mania is worse then my depression .

Hi. new here as well, diagnosed back in March with rapid cycling/rapid cycling bipolar 1. I've been hospitalized 3 times in my life, twice for psychotic breaks and once for suicidal ideation. Parenting with bipolar is so hard, but it can be done. Mine are teenagers and I'm so proud of them. Even with a seriously flawed mother, they turned out great.

Welcome

Welcome. My moods swing daily. Depression is a common occurance with me. I am glad to read you have support and some direction. Many of us don't seem to have that. I have gone from extreme depression to anger to kind of goofy today. Mood swings are constant with me. I hope you have less change then I. Hope you find some answers here and support.

Welcome. Hope you find support when you need it. I tend to have more bipolar depression. Mania is a relief for me. I find this is a great support system for me.