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I’ve now been stable from a bipolar perspective for 6-7 months which is fantastic. Anxiety is pretty severe. I’m weaning off Seroquel under pdoc supervision which is probably why the anxiety is so severe. My pdoc has asked me to consider an AD for my anxiety. We’re not sure if it’s a good idea given that an AD may destabilise the bipolar.

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I have done well on Wellbutrin for a long time with no issues. My psychiatrist says that in 22 years of practice, he has never seen it cause mania in a patient with bipolar 1, for whatever that is worth.

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Finally fell asleep at about 2 AMish or so and woke up at 1030, which is basically a miracle for me. So grateful. I am clearly coming down from this recent mania and psychosis thing. I really haven't had much of either for several days, to speak of. I forgot it could be like this. It's weird--sometimes, when it's really bad, I can't seem to remember what it was like when it was not bad. It's like my memory does not work. Weird.

I am ascribing much of my recent improvement to the added Depakote, whether that is accurate or not. But I tend to think it likely is. The worrying thing is that all those symptoms came through while on lithium and Abilify, which does not say much for them. I wonder if they have just for some reason stopped working for me??? Maybe we should just stop them and do just the Depakote? I dunno. Will have to let Dr. C figure all that out for me. Above my pay grade. I just take what they tell me to.

Missed my bike ride this morning because of the sleep thing, so will do an evening ride, which will be kind of different. Also hoping to do a little writing on my book today. I have about 45,000 words so far and am aiming for maye, 80,000ish.

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Finally fell asleep at about 2 AMish or so and woke up at 1030, which is basically a miracle for me. So grateful. I am clearly coming down from this recent mania and psychosis thing. I really haven't had much of either for several days, to speak of. I forgot it could be like this. It's weird--sometimes, when it's really bad, I can't seem to remember what it was like when it was not bad. It's like my memory does not work. Weird.

I am ascribing much of my recent improvement to the added Depakote, whether that is accurate or not. But I tend to think it likely is. The worrying thing is that all those symptoms came through while on lithium and Abilify, which does not say much for them. I wonder if they have just for some reason stopped working for me??? Maybe we should just stop them and do just the Depakote? I dunno. Will have to let Dr. C figure all that out for me. Above my pay grade. I just take what they tell me to.

Missed my bike ride this morning because of the sleep thing, so will do an evening ride, which will be kind of different. Also hoping to do a little writing on my book today. I have about 45,000 words so far and am aiming for maye, 80,000ish.

Love and hugs to all!!!!
I'm glad the Depakote is helping you!

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Had a fairly busy day. Brought some stuff over from my old apartment. Went grocery shopping. And cleaned my new place (I've been here a week now). Next week is going to be insanely busy. Lets see, I have to get a physical, and have appointments to see my dentist, my eye doctor, my care manager, and my therapist, plus something else I have to go to. 3 of the appointments are on one day. I'm going to be so worn out when the week is over.

I'm bringing my coffee pot over finally from my old place because my sister is stopping by for coffee and cheesecake tomorrow which will be nice. I'm doing well overall, no issues with my meds. Some breakthrough symptoms every now and then when stress is high but other than that I'm doing really good

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Pdoc raised Seroquel dose last night.. FINALLY slept. My lovely niece came by for lunch! I had all I could do to keep my eyes open. It's been a long time since I've slept much at all. Exhausted.
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Had a fairly busy day. Brought some stuff over from my old apartment. Went grocery shopping. And cleaned my new place (I've been here a week now). Next week is going to be insanely busy. Lets see, I have to get a physical, and have appointments to see my dentist, my eye doctor, my care manager, and my therapist, plus something else I have to go to. 3 of the appointments are on one day. I'm going to be so worn out when the week is over.

I'm bringing my coffee pot over finally from my old place because my sister is stopping by for coffee and cheesecake tomorrow which will be nice. I'm doing well overall, no issues with my meds. Some breakthrough symptoms every now and then when stress is high but other than that I'm doing really good

Hope everyone is having a nice weekend
Wow! That is a busy week!
So happy life is going well for you!

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It snowed several inches last night! What a beautiful, unexpected wonder to wake up to.

Still doing well. Going to see M tomorrow.

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Winter storm coming though tonight/tomorrow I'm prepared with a slow cooker of bean/ham soup and the final season of the Game of Thrones. Just got it from the library, timing works perfectly. TGoT and snow! Perfect show to watch in a storm.

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Winter storm coming though tonight/tomorrow I'm prepared with a slow cooker of bean/ham soup and the final season of the Game of Thrones. Just got it from the library, timing works perfectly. TGoT and snow! Perfect show to watch in a storm.
Sounds like a good night, I hope you enjoy your snow day and stay warm! I love the Game of Thrones as well, I still haven't seen the final season, I'll probably get it from the library soon too

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I went for a ride. It was the first time in a long while so my descent was cautious. My climb back to the top of the hill on which I live went better than expected on my way down. I am definitely doing better since Thursday's ECT.

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It snowed several inches last night! What a beautiful, unexpected wonder to wake up to.

Still doing well. Going to see M tomorrow.

Warm regards to all for a peaceful Sunday.
the snow was beautiful here today, too!
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the snow was beautiful here today, too!
Rather than snow here we're getting daffodils.

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Rather than snow here we're getting daffodils.
I love daffodils!!!

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Think I'm hypo. Or is this anxiety from atypical depression. But I'm thinking hypo. My impulsive behavior is needing to come on this site. But I'm also needing less sleep, having more energy, racing thoughts and anxiety...and I felt this way around the time I felt most high last (or well, the last big one). I had a week of higher mood about a month ago followed by depression followed by normal. Just documenting this stuff.


Have you got an appt with a Pdoc yet? ( maybe you see one, sorry my memory isn’t the greatest ) At least you can start treating the troubling symptoms.

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Eureka! I have connected the dots. I was wondering why I suddenly got my period after months of not having it. Then I remembered my dr telling me I had high prolactin. THEN I remembered the last time I had high prolactin I didn’t get my period for a year. And I realized I stopped haldol about a month ago. So, out of curiosity, I googled prolactin and haldol. Apparently, haldol is the most likely of the typical APs to cause high prolactin! So in my non medical opinion, this is why I’m getting my period again. I bet my prolactin is going down.


So yes, I think I figured it out.


Sounds like you solved the mystery !! Good for you

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I did a lot of cleaning today. My husband's friend coming inspired me to kick butt.


Hubby completed a huge project a few weeks back. Today he's giving his friend (who comissioned it) the finished products. It turned out truly great. All that's left is to confirm some details with his friend before the absolute last tasks, which are easy/quick, can be done.


I seriously need a shower.


That’s so great that the project is wrapping up !!!! I’m sure this will free up more time fir him to spend with you

I remember you also helped with parts of it so pat yourself on the back

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Ive been at the book store for several hours now. I have to leave in a bit to get N3. The comfy seat I was in before k and I went to lunch was still open when I got back. Yay. Had to get n3 to work by 7:15 this morning. Got to sleep in!


This morning I looked on Amazon for a book about Disney World that was behind the scenes type of thing- i found one! And it has two sequals! I bought all 3 for my mom. They should be here tuesday. They are leaving for a MONTH at disney world on Thursday. Yes you read that right- a MONTH!! AND MY MOM TELLS ME SHE HAS TROUBLE WITH HER BILLS SOMETIMES- YEAH RIGHT. WHATEVER. Ooops. Didn't mean to keep the caps lock on. Sorry! Anyway my mom is going to buy me the boxed set of all 69 episodes of Are You Being Served? It costs just about what I paid for the books so we're even.


Wow a month ?! If she’s staying in a Disney resort she must have robbed a few banks LOL !

Growing up living just shy of 2 hours away we went often.. I had season passes for years, I did 3 days once but stayed at a hotel about 5 miles away with my daughter so much cheaper when she was 8-9 years old , we actually were able to ride every ride. They just kept raising admission prices /food prices .. I finally quit plus the thrill was gone after going a couple times a month for a few years year.

That’s awesome your mom is getting you that series !!!

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Had a fairly busy day. Brought some stuff over from my old apartment. Went grocery shopping. And cleaned my new place (I've been here a week now). Next week is going to be insanely busy. Lets see, I have to get a physical, and have appointments to see my dentist, my eye doctor, my care manager, and my therapist, plus something else I have to go to. 3 of the appointments are on one day. I'm going to be so worn out when the week is over.


I'm bringing my coffee pot over finally from my old place because my sister is stopping by for coffee and cheesecake tomorrow which will be nice. I'm doing well overall, no issues with my meds. Some breakthrough symptoms every now and then when stress is high but other than that I'm doing really good


Hope everyone is having a nice weekend


Oh Wow ! Yes a very busy week schedule yourself some down time to read, draw or something you enjoy

Did you say cheesecake ?!! My favorite dessert of all time ! Enjoy !

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Pdoc raised Seroquel dose last night.. FINALLY slept. My lovely niece came by for lunch! I had all I could do to keep my eyes open. It's been a long time since I've slept much at all. Exhausted.

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Awwwww I know how much you cherish her and your nephew.. I am so glad they keep such a close relationship.. as always I’m sorry you lost your brother He has wonderful children.

I’m glad you got some sleep. I know you have surely needed it.

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It snowed several inches last night! What a beautiful, unexpected wonder to wake up to.


Still doing well. Going to see M tomorrow.


Warm regards to all for a peaceful Sunday.


We got a bare dusting , but if I looked quick it was pretty lol

Enjoy enjoy time with M

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