Bipolar 101 -- Answers to basic questions

enjoyyourlife · May 08, 2015 at 10:00 AM

Hi I would like to know what side effects SSRI's can have on Bipolar people?
thank you

Sesiley · Jul 17, 2015 at 02:03 PM

Bipolar is a mental illnes. There is no known cure. It can only be managed. Therapy, support groups, friends and family support, medications, research.

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Sesiley · Jul 17, 2015 at 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by enjoyyourlife

Hi I would like to know what side effects SSRI's can have on Bipolar people?
thank you

Anti depressants alome can sometimes make a person with Bipolar go into a hypomania or manic episode

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liquid_Entropy · Jul 19, 2015 at 09:16 PM

I just get so angry. So irritable. And I can't stop thinking. Always thinking. Always analyzing and picking things apart. It sucks. I don't even know if I believe my diagnosis. Sure I get tired and depressed. But I'm not sure if I ever hit mania or hypomania. I think I was just in a bad situation when I was diagnosed.

Idk. Maybe I'm rambling. I just hate people thinking I'm crazy.

Luctor · Jul 21, 2015 at 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by electricrainbow

I have a question and I believe I know the answer to this ..... is bi polar curable or is it a disorder that can me handled with medication?

Bipolar is not curable, sadly. But, as you said, it can be managed with medication and therapy.

sailor-swears · Jul 22, 2015 at 06:06 AM

do you recommend group therapy? does that help at all? not very good at sharing feelings

Oct 04, 2015 at 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by sailor-swears

do you recommend group therapy? does that help at all? not very good at sharing feelings

I have heard people say that it helps them. But for me with BP I do not do so well in group therapy. My anxiety gets to me too much. But then again like I said with some people they love it and it works well for them.

pearlys · Oct 31, 2015 at 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Sesiley

Anti depressants alome can sometimes make a person with Bipolar go into a hypomania or manic episode

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Yep, unfortunately

Question 1: does bipolar tend to get worse over time?
Question 2a: why has there been made a difference between BP1 and 2? Since the treatment (pharmacotherapy/psychoeducation/selfmanagement etc.) is the same.
Question 2b: why does one qualify for BP1 after even 1 mixed episode?

Samantha26643 · Nov 02, 2015 at 12:12 PM

I am going through major depression and maybe even bipolar disorder. have not gotten diagnosed yet coz am scared to go to a psychiatrist

pearlys · 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Samantha26643

I am going through major depression and maybe even bipolar disorder. have not gotten diagnosed yet coz am scared to go to a psychiatrist

So whats your question?

Anyway, you should see a doctor!

jefle · Nov 10, 2015 at 10:38 PM

My daughter(30) has just moved back home, diagnosed bipolar.
Simple question : should I help her keep things basically tidy in her room or is that enabling ? Or would it be better to encourage her to do things for herself?
I've known depression myself & know how the simplest thing can become overpoweringly difficult to accomplish.

pearlys · Nov 11, 2015 at 05:37 AM

I think encouraging is always better but, like you know from experience even the smallest task seems like a marathon, she might need help. Maybe you can ask her if she needs help or how you can help. If she can't answer this open question you can suggest helping keep her room tidy.

gonetomaui · Nov 16, 2015 at 10:34 AM

I have felt like this...just got on lithium and feel better quickly.

Are u taking any meds?

Thanks

pearlys · Nov 16, 2015 at 11:27 PM

Yes i take lamotrigine. Currently on 300mg

Rebecca.mathew95 · Nov 22, 2015 at 10:50 PM

Bipolar and ADD are completely different. Usually Bipolar children are misdiagnosed with ADD because the symptoms for both in children are very similar.

pearlys · Nov 23, 2015 at 11:15 AM

In general ppl are misdiagnosed with all kinds of mental problems until the **** really hits the fan (unfortunately).

hungo · Jan 01, 2016 at 01:31 PM

Yes it worked for me helping with depression the short term memory lost for me was not permanent.

rckinr1 · Feb 12, 2016 at 10:56 PM

I am new here. I have been receiving treatment for over 20 years bipolar, PTSD, severe anxiety and ADD. I take several medications and see a psychiatrist for my mental illness. I have no coping skills so dealing with life events are difficult. My question is: Does mental illness tend to get worse as you get older? It seems the older I get the more problems I develop. I didn't have ADD/ADHD as a child I was just diagnosed 2 years ago with it. I have developed social anxiety in the last 7 years. I used to be so out going now I'm afraid to go anywhere. Can there be a chance of any of this being a side effect of all the medication?

Polar Pixie · Feb 14, 2016 at 02:26 AM

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Originally Posted by rckinr1

I am new here. I have been receiving treatment for over 20 years bipolar, PTSD, severe anxiety and ADD. I take several medications and see a psychiatrist for my mental illness. I have no coping skills so dealing with life events are difficult. My question is: Does mental illness tend to get worse as you get older? It seems the older I get the more problems I develop. I didn't have ADD/ADHD as a child I was just diagnosed 2 years ago with it. I have developed social anxiety in the last 7 years. I used to be so out going now I'm afraid to go anywhere. Can there be a chance of any of this being a side effect of all the medication?

What medications are you taking?
There's always a possibility of any illness worsening over time, esp when it goes unchecked. Sometimes Bipolar can look similar to ADHD/ADD. Anxiety is an entirely different monster. However, recognizing that you lack coping skills is actually a positive thing. It's hard to improve something when a person either doesn't see it or denies it. My suggestion would be to find a counselor, therapist, social worker or someone along those lines that will help you learn coping skills and how to apply them in order to achieve your goals in life. Hang in there. Mental illnesses sucks but it takes a strong person to get up everyday and battle life. Congratulate yourself on being a very strong person

Sashaliby · Apr 01, 2016 at 06:03 PM

Hi not sure if I have bipolar II , as I have not seen a doctor but any advice would be welcome
I have had a major manic episode since January, it's been quite fabulous , loads of energy , very little sleep ,belle of the ball and not the least bit unnerving , but I am left with a horrible feeling of sadness/emptiness all the time which is the worst part
Calming down somewhat now but still feeling so alone
Will this feeling go eventually ?

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enjoyyourlife New Member Member Since May 2015 Location: Utha Posts: 8 9	May 08, 2015 at 10:00 AM #261 Hi I would like to know what side effects SSRI's can have on Bipolar people? thank you
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Sesiley Member Member Since Jan 2015 Location: Hartford Posts: 485 9	Jul 17, 2015 at 02:03 PM #262 Bipolar is a mental illnes. There is no known cure. It can only be managed. Therapy, support groups, friends and family support, medications, research. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G750A using Tapatalk
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jefle New Member Member Since Sep 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 4 15	Nov 10, 2015 at 10:38 PM #271 My daughter(30) has just moved back home, diagnosed bipolar. Simple question : should I help her keep things basically tidy in her room or is that enabling ? Or would it be better to encourage her to do things for herself? I've known depression myself & know how the simplest thing can become overpoweringly difficult to accomplish.
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gonetomaui Junior Member Member Since Dec 2010 Posts: 24 13 21 hugs given	Nov 16, 2015 at 10:34 AM #273 I have felt like this...just got on lithium and feel better quickly. Are u taking any meds? Thanks
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Rebecca.mathew95 New Member Member Since Nov 2015 Location: North Wales, PA Posts: 3 8	Nov 22, 2015 at 10:50 PM #275 Bipolar and ADD are completely different. Usually Bipolar children are misdiagnosed with ADD because the symptoms for both in children are very similar.
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hungo Junior Member Member Since Dec 2015 Location: rsa Posts: 12 8	Jan 01, 2016 at 01:31 PM #277 Yes it worked for me helping with depression the short term memory lost for me was not permanent.
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