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I just recently been diagnosed with bi polar 1. It took me like a month to wrap my head around the idea. This whole time I thought I was struggling with depression but this was not the case.
I am now at the point where I am three months with this new diagnosis and medication therapy and I am still going to thru major high and lows. Im doing the plan, taking the medication and I am getting frustrated.
My family is annoying with deciphering my actions. Does it ever get better?
@YoursTruely1001
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@YoursTruely1001
Welcome to the subcommunity :) we are glad to have you here with us!
@YoursTruely1001
Thank you for sharing. It sounds like you're feeling like things will never be good for you anymore or you'll never have a normal like after finding out your diagnosis. Just know you are not alone! Many successful and very known people deal with bipolar disorder. Vincent Van Gogh was one historic person with a bipolar disorder. Most people with bipolar disorder learn to live normal, well-balanced lives. it sounds like you are doing all the right things, just keep doing them and you'll be where you want to be in no time. Recovery is not a linear process and it is not easy, remember that :)
@Endure777 I think the hard part is learning to accept the new reality - that things won't be as planned or hoped. When your mind works against you there is only so far you can go. I have great education and advantage growing up but this disorder dismantled my life.
@CaliConfined
I hear you. Its a very debilitating disorder, i too speak from experiencing it for 12 years. Just give it time, you'll get a hold of it sooner or later. Just keep doing the work :)