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Bipolar, Schizophrenia & Psychosis Support taglist - add or remove yourself here!
by MistyMagic
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March 16th
...See more This thread controls an auto-updating taglist please do not edit it. To see the current list, go to: Bipolar Support Taglist [https://rarelycharlie.github.io/taglist?da226773818d8c404001cc760683e4de]. To add yourself to this taglist, press the Post to Thread button above and write the exact words "Please add me." To remove yourself from this taglist, press the Post to Thread button above and write �the exact words, "Please remove me." [Updated by @M4GIC on 10-02-22 for current taglist] Please use this New Taglist This post was last updated - 23 Sept 2023 by MistyMagic 206 people: @19jackrabbit69 @A4SPSRDS @Accentus @Acidkplatypus @acupofkai2 @alleywood13 @Amara34 @Ambitioustalker770 @Amld27 @Anna0319 @AnyaS @ApolloKafka @ArianMartian @AvidGamer293 @babysquirrel @Basiljwils @BearWithMe23 @bestBraveheart57 @Bre1237cupslistener @brokeninnc21 @BrokenTearss @BubbleGum928 @BugsYBunny @BunnyInTrouble @ByzantinePrussia @CaitieDid @CaliforniaViv @carefulAcres8381 @cassidychase @celticbard1018 @CharlieHorse1991 @CHarmingTime @cherishx0 @cherrytsubaki20 @Cheryllll @chyni @colorfulJoy4237 @colorfulRose3248 @Comeonreally @concavepearl97 @courageousLychee7497 @curtisw @cyanPlatypus6370 @Cybe @Cyhyreath @DannyB140 @decisiveBeechwood1142 @decisiveLychee3669 @Dimara @Divabrown @Doubledee25 @DragonessCocoa1 @dreamangel135 @DreamingofDakota @Drummermattrocks @DtoxfyBrainPurifyHeartRectfySoul @EcheverianDuchess @egret35 @elatedpeach152 @emju2401 @Endure777 @Ernaest @eternaldarkness22 @evedison358 @EvilRegalsReadToo @fairmindedIdea88161 @fancysummer52 @fearlessCurrent357 @feile @FlamingosWearLipstick @FleetingBardSong @forcefulCamp2310 @FriendlyWords623 @funnyOwl2072 @Gamerboy80 @gentleNight53 @Gerlesa @ghostEyes4970 @giraffe2011 @greenTiger1474 @guatemexicana @GupsyMoon @Haveaneed123 @hazerhea @Helloloves3 @hereforyouharzi @hillsideblues @hopesmiles8825 @Hotaru419 @humorouscarf805 @iamlayan @Iheartguineapigs @IloveCheance45 @Imafilthyhumanbeing @indigoRaspberries4203 @Isabellyjelly @Jacquemoos @jaedae @Janica88 @JeraTheWitch @Jewelmoon17 @jitterbugz7 @JulieHeartHeart @JusticiaPrimalDorogo @justmiles @kindheartedWords6803 @kixhd @Kynz15 @lalabrowni @Laylina0862 @learningtolovemyself1995 @LiineTheFox @limeWatermelon8742 @littleBunny7322 @Looj @lostinspace2002 @luumuno @MadHatter77 @mam1022984 @Mamamel @Marie747 @MarieLane727 @MarissaHope @marytodd11 @me0wcat @MemoryWriter11 @Micp5150 @MieraCurie @Mikababy10 @MindyBlossom @MistyMagic @Moistpillow @MostlyQuiet @mrskim @muskoka @mxmes @nongelic @NotFelixHere @notmyselftoday @NovaDiem @nzv4018 @octopus82 @Orangecat5093 @orangeLake8341 @OscarPerez85 @pandaprincess9 @passZebra3015 @PeachieCat @pepearso @persistentZebra1289 @pinkHickory69001 @placidChestnut8165 @placidMoth @plantmom17 @PrincessAir @princesstears @RaghadR0 @Raimio @rainyday768 @Rambino @Ravenalexis86 @repen13 @RicochetJaguar @RiverJumper2 @Roscoe55 @Roses12 @rrretsuko @Ruidosa @RyuLawliet @SadAFSeth @sailorsays @Selfsufficientfaith @sensibleAvocado4381 @ShadowTag @sisan @soaringgoose @sofiamartino18 @softlyy @softSoul2166 @Soulcomfort @stellarluna0816 @Stuckatcrossroads @SummerHope1904 @SunshineRainbows123 @supertiredbipolarlawyer @sweetPink22 @Talktome929 @Tatianaalize @Tawanda526 @tealDrum7170 @TheDude0156 @Thementalhealth @thequietmouse @tidyPunk49 @toughLion8324 @TranquilSarah @triddett1 @Turn2belle @Vir44 @whatshername79 @WhiteRhino333 @willoltz88 @xelimious @xinyii11 @Zerlyna @zerotwo22
What is Bipolar?
by Raspberrycheesecake
Last post
January 5th
...See more What is Bipolar? An Internship Honours Project by RaspberryCheesecake. Bipolar Bipolar is known as manic depression. It is a very severe mental health illness. It is characterised by mood swings. These mood swings include manic highs and depressive lows. Both male and female of any ethnic or social background can suffer from bipolar. There is no age range it targets and develops within. The symptoms can start to occur at any time and can then reoccur when emotional pressures at their highest with the individual. Bipolar can be triggered by: Work stress, Study stress, Family stress, Emotional pressures, Childbirth – in women, Menopause – in women. Unfortunately, there is no cure for bipolar, but having enough guidance and support, and receiving an early diagnosis, along with accepting the illness can still live a happy life. There are ways you can manage bipolar, and these are: Medication, Health care, Therapy, Self-management. Types of Bipolar There are six main types of Bipolar. These types of bipolar involve changes in the individuals: mood, activity levels and energy. These moods can range from extremely elated and energised behaviour, or very down and hopeless periods. The less severe manic periods are explained as hypomanic episodes. The first main type of bipolar is, Bipolar 1 Disorder. This type of bipolar is defined by manic episodes. These episodes tend to last around 7 days. Sometimes the manic symptoms are so severe, the individual needs to be in immediate hospital care. Depressive episode can also occur however, these typically lasts for 2 weeks. Having episodes that consist of mixed features (depression and manic symptoms) can be possible. If this type of bipolar is untreated, manic episodes can last between three to six months. Also, without treatment, depressive episodes can last longer – between 6 to 12 months. The second main type of bipolar is, Bipolar 2 Disorder. This type of bipolar is defined as a pattern of hypomanic and depressive episodes. However, this type of bipolar is not as severe as Bipolar 1 Disorder, because of the full-blown manic episodes that Bipolar 1 Disorder has. Majority of individuals with Bipolar 2 will likely to have more than one episode of severe depression and others could experience hypomania, which would be a 6 to 8 on the mood scale, rather than an extreme manic episode, which is 8 to 10 on the mood scale. The third type of bipolar is, Cyclothymic Disorder. This type of bipolar is also known as Cyclothymia. This type of bipolar is defined by numerous hypomanic symptoms occurring. There are numerous periods when the individual develops depressive symptoms. These can last for 2 years, and 1 year in children and adolescents. However, this type of bipolars symptoms do not meet the diagnostic requirementsfor hypomanic episodes and depressive episodes. The symptoms can last for a period of at least 2 years. Cyclothymia can develop into bipolar. The fourth type of bipolar is, Other Specified Bipolar. This is also known as, Bipolar Disorder Not Otherwise Specified. This is when the symptoms and bipolar do not clearly indicate one of the other bipolar disorders. The fifth type of bipolar is, Mixed State. These symptoms include stages of mania and depression at the same time. This can result in: agitation, trouble sleeping, suicidal thoughts, changes in appetite and psychosis. The next type of bipolar is, Rapid Cycling. This is when individuals mood swings change faster. This can result in more than four mood swings within, a 12-month period. Rapid Cycling affects around 1 in 10 people with bipolar. This type of bipolar can happen with Bipolar 1 and 2. The last type of Bipolar is Psychosis. This is sometimes severe mania or depression. On the mood scale, the mania comes out at around an 8 to 10 and depression comes out at around a 2 to 0 on the mood scale. This is accompanied by periods of psychosis. The symptoms of Psychosis can include: delusions and hallucinations. Signs and symptoms Individuals who have bipolar, has the following signs and symptoms, however, there are signs and symptoms for both depression and manic state of mind. These symptoms can variety from person-to-person. Depression: - Lack of energy, - Self-doubt, - Difficulty sleeping, - Waking up early, - Lack of appetite, - Suicidal thoughts, - Feeling pessimistic about everything, - Feelings of guilt and despair, - Feeling sad, hopeless or irritable majority of the time, - Feelings of emptiness or worthlessness, - Loss of interest in everyday activities, - Difficulty concentrating and remembering things, - Being delusional, having hallucinations and disturbed or illogical thinking. Mania: - Not eating, - Talking very quickly, - Feeling very happy, elated or overjoyed, - Feeling self-important, - Feeling full of energy, - Being delusional, having hallucinations and disturbed or illogical thinking, - Not feeling like sleeping, - Being easily irritated or agitated, - Being easily distracted, - Feeling full of great new ideas and having important plans, - Making decisions or saying things that are out of character, and that others see as being risky or harmful, - Doing things that often have disastrous consequences, for example, spending large sums of money on expensive and sometimes unaffordable items. What causes Bipolar? The exact cause of bipolar disorder is unknown. There can be a number of factors that can work together to make an individual more likely to develop the condition. There are thought to be a mix of: physical, environmental and social factors. Chemical imbalance in the brain: It is said that bipolar disorder is resulted of chemical imbalances in the brain. The chemicals that are responsible for controlling the brains functions are called neurotransmitters. These neurotransmitters include the chemicals: dopamine, noradrenaline and serotonin. Experts believe that if there is an imbalance in the levels of one of the neurotransmitters, individuals may develop symptoms of bipolar disorder. An example of this is when mania occurs, this is created by the levels of noradrenaline being too high. The episodes of depression may be the result of the noradrenaline levels being too low. Genetics: Experts also believe that bipolar disorder is linked to genetics, because it is a condition that seems to run in families. The family member or members that have bipolar disorder have a high risk of developing bipolar disorder. However, there is no single gene that is fully responsible for bipolar disorder. It is a number of environmental factors and genetic facts that act as triggers. Triggers: If the individual is going through a stressful circumstance or situation, then this situation can trigger some of the symptoms for bipolar disorder. Examples of triggers could include: ~ Death of a loved one or family member, ~ The breakdown of a relationship, ~ Sexual, physical or emotional abuse. Bipolar Disorder Mood Scale The Bipolar UK mood scale is from a scale of 0 to 10. Individuals who are not affected by bipolar will experience mood swings between 4 and 6 on the mood scale. However, if you do have bipolar, your mood swings are much higher or lower. They can be between 6 to 10. With depression part of bipolar, your levels can go as low as 4 to 0. 0 is the suicidal depression. [https://writingfilmsbookslife.files.wordpress.com/2015/03/mood-scale.jpg] Hypomania (6 to 8 on the mood scale) Individuals experiencing hypomania can come across very self-confident and euphoric, however, they may react with sudden anger, irritability or impatience. They may become more challenging and talkative, along with distracted. The individual may become more reckless than usual. This might mean that there would be errors for judgement. Mania (8 to 10 on the mood scale) The individual that is going through this stage may be experncing mania without knowing that it is happening. They may become incoherent, or disjointed with their thinking, this can lead to them becoming easily distracted. Depression (4 to 0 on the mood scale) Most individuals with bipolar experiences severe depression. Usually this will follow a period of mania or hypomania. For individuals during the winter, it is more likely for them to show signs of depression. Facts/Trivias • Just 1% to 2% of the population experience a lifetime of bipolar. • On averageit takes 10.5 yearsto receive a correct diagnosis for bipolar in the UK. • Bipolar affects every aspect of your life and your relationship. Family and friends can all be put under stress. • Bipolar increases the risk of suicide by 20 times. • Bipolar has a huge impact on family and friends. Help and resources Bipolar UK [https://www.bipolaruk.org/frequently-asked-questions]– Offers a wide range of information about bipolar, including medication and living with bipolar. NHS - Bipolar [https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/bipolar-disorder/]– Learn the basics about bipolar, including diagnosis, treatment and causes of bipolar. Mind.org.uk - Bipolar [https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/bipolar-disorder/#.Wx5Jti-ZPR1] – Learn about the stigma against bipolar and real-life stories of people who live with bipolar. Kidshealth - Bipolar [https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/bipolar.html] – Kid friendly site about Bipolar. (Teenshealth) Sources https://www.bipolaruk.org/frequently-asked-questions [https://www.bipolaruk.org/frequently-asked-questions] https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/bipolar-disorder/index.shtml [https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/bipolar-disorder/index.shtml] https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/bipolar-disorder/symptoms/ [https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/bipolar-disorder/symptoms/] https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/bipolar-disorder/causes/ [https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/bipolar-disorder/causes/] https://www.bipolaruk.org/faqs/mood-scale [https://www.bipolaruk.org/faqs/mood-scale] https://www.bipolaruk.org/faqs/bipolar-the-facts [https://www.bipolaruk.org/faqs/bipolar-the-facts] Questions for Forum Discussion Do you have any experience with bipolar, either from yourself or a loved one, if so, would you like to share you experience with us? But only if you are comfortable! What type of support have you received or are you receiving from the people around you? How do you deal with your bipolar? Would you mind sharing us any tips or ways on how youre handling it?
Newb here
by intellectualHuman19
Last post
2 days ago
...See more Hi, all, I am 24 years old. And I am struggling managing. I think my bipolar symptoms because Of all of the stress I have on my plate. I feel really overwhelmed. And I feel like I can’t talk to My main supports because I feel like they’re gonna get really tired of me not being able to deal with stressors on my own. So many things, and I am so very tired
Struggling with bipolar
by Lenna8210
Last post
2 days ago
...See more Please help, what helps you when you are very depressed. I was in a psych hospital. Getting Ketamine treatment, waiting for results. What helps you? Please.
How do you find having Bipolar?
by redhailstone
Last post
2 days ago
...See more I’m looking for people to discuss what it’s like to have bipolar
Bipolar
by compassionateCar7091
Last post
Friday
...See more I was going through a hard time now I'm back to feeling better
Real talk (tw - self harm, psychosis, alcohol, sex)
by Torean
Last post
Friday
...See more You know... I feel like I'd be happier overall if I was just alone with robots.. It never goes away.  I'm tired of people being afraid of me and talking behind my back because of episodes I've had in the past. Like, my episodes are no joke.  I stole a firearm from my dad and withdrew all the money in my bank once, and literally thought I dreamed it.  One time I bashed my head into the sidewalk until I couldn't stop laughing.  One time I inadvertently had someone scared for their life, and other times I've been excessively promiscuous and lucky to not have lifelong consequences.   I'm just tired of anytime I open up, people immediately going into worst case scenarios and demanding I do their suggestions because they can't take another breakdown, or when I text anything in the group chat with friends - anything funny, serious, or anything benign at all - and most of the time the chat just goes quiet.   I literally haven't had a full on episode in years, and I'm so much stronger as a person now, but I'm feeling low and stressed enough that... Sometimes I feel like I should just give up fighting it.  Let everything burn down again in some random manner.  I'm burned out on work, and I'm burned out doing absolutely everything in my after-work life because my family just won't bother for much.   I'm starting to miss the days when I was 14 and just starting to get seriously messed up.  Best friends out of town, dad not wanting to be home, rest of the family busy, all the neighbors were ***holes.  So I'd just play RPG games, work out, and chat online, all in a dark house where I wouldn't bother turning the lights on.  Started skimming the huge bottles of red wine my dad never touched too.  I think I miss it, because 23 years later it's still the last time I remember feeling like myself.   I need space from everyone and yet I need support more than ever. Diagnosed schizophrenic, and I personally suspect borderline to a decent degree.  I don't know what to do right now.  I don't want to leave the bathroom. (I'm going to, I'm not holing up)  They're worried about me out there, but they won't really listen to me.  
Hey everyone,
by AnxietyMamaaaaa
Last post
March 21st
...See more I am 24 years old and a mama to a three and six year old. I was diagnosed with bipolar anxiety and depression and now waiting to be tested for ADHD. I am on meds daily to help with everyday life but I feel it is still exhausting and challenging at times. I am a stay at home mom and don’t go out much. Hoping to learn from this app
I dont know why I am like this
by onnabun
Last post
March 20th
...See more How can I make them proud if they were hardly there for me? i wrote a bunch but it seemed like too much…
What is wrong with me..i don’t know what’s happening to me
by ilyroseybloom
Last post
March 18th
...See more I always tell my family and friends how ive been struggling with my mood, and they would always say everything has mood swings. which is true, but my mood swings are..very bad. when i was around 12-13 i felt depressed, i couldn’t do anything but sleep and eat, and i barely ate anything. and it lasted months to a year. and then i randomly felt cured and happy. but then it would happen again. i would also feel very very angry/irritable and would make impulsive decisions. i went to therapy and they diagnosed me with bpd (borderline personality disorder) and felt right but wrong. because sometimes i would become very paranoid out of nowhere and i had hallucinations once. now at 15 it ive become even worse but it’s not noticeable. right now i feel like im going insane like- i feel so irritable to the point my whole body feels hot and i have a headache. my mind is all over the place and i feel like screaming. i don’t know what to do…
Bipolar, Schizophrenia & Psychosis Support taglist - add or remove yourself here!
by MistyMagic
Last post
March 16th
...See more This thread controls an auto-updating taglist please do not edit it. To see the current list, go to: Bipolar Support Taglist [https://rarelycharlie.github.io/taglist?da226773818d8c404001cc760683e4de]. To add yourself to this taglist, press the Post to Thread button above and write the exact words "Please add me." To remove yourself from this taglist, press the Post to Thread button above and write �the exact words, "Please remove me." [Updated by @M4GIC on 10-02-22 for current taglist] Please use this New Taglist This post was last updated - 23 Sept 2023 by MistyMagic 206 people: @19jackrabbit69 @A4SPSRDS @Accentus @Acidkplatypus @acupofkai2 @alleywood13 @Amara34 @Ambitioustalker770 @Amld27 @Anna0319 @AnyaS @ApolloKafka @ArianMartian @AvidGamer293 @babysquirrel @Basiljwils @BearWithMe23 @bestBraveheart57 @Bre1237cupslistener @brokeninnc21 @BrokenTearss @BubbleGum928 @BugsYBunny @BunnyInTrouble @ByzantinePrussia @CaitieDid @CaliforniaViv @carefulAcres8381 @cassidychase @celticbard1018 @CharlieHorse1991 @CHarmingTime @cherishx0 @cherrytsubaki20 @Cheryllll @chyni @colorfulJoy4237 @colorfulRose3248 @Comeonreally @concavepearl97 @courageousLychee7497 @curtisw @cyanPlatypus6370 @Cybe @Cyhyreath @DannyB140 @decisiveBeechwood1142 @decisiveLychee3669 @Dimara @Divabrown @Doubledee25 @DragonessCocoa1 @dreamangel135 @DreamingofDakota @Drummermattrocks @DtoxfyBrainPurifyHeartRectfySoul @EcheverianDuchess @egret35 @elatedpeach152 @emju2401 @Endure777 @Ernaest @eternaldarkness22 @evedison358 @EvilRegalsReadToo @fairmindedIdea88161 @fancysummer52 @fearlessCurrent357 @feile @FlamingosWearLipstick @FleetingBardSong @forcefulCamp2310 @FriendlyWords623 @funnyOwl2072 @Gamerboy80 @gentleNight53 @Gerlesa @ghostEyes4970 @giraffe2011 @greenTiger1474 @guatemexicana @GupsyMoon @Haveaneed123 @hazerhea @Helloloves3 @hereforyouharzi @hillsideblues @hopesmiles8825 @Hotaru419 @humorouscarf805 @iamlayan @Iheartguineapigs @IloveCheance45 @Imafilthyhumanbeing @indigoRaspberries4203 @Isabellyjelly @Jacquemoos @jaedae @Janica88 @JeraTheWitch @Jewelmoon17 @jitterbugz7 @JulieHeartHeart @JusticiaPrimalDorogo @justmiles @kindheartedWords6803 @kixhd @Kynz15 @lalabrowni @Laylina0862 @learningtolovemyself1995 @LiineTheFox @limeWatermelon8742 @littleBunny7322 @Looj @lostinspace2002 @luumuno @MadHatter77 @mam1022984 @Mamamel @Marie747 @MarieLane727 @MarissaHope @marytodd11 @me0wcat @MemoryWriter11 @Micp5150 @MieraCurie @Mikababy10 @MindyBlossom @MistyMagic @Moistpillow @MostlyQuiet @mrskim @muskoka @mxmes @nongelic @NotFelixHere @notmyselftoday @NovaDiem @nzv4018 @octopus82 @Orangecat5093 @orangeLake8341 @OscarPerez85 @pandaprincess9 @passZebra3015 @PeachieCat @pepearso @persistentZebra1289 @pinkHickory69001 @placidChestnut8165 @placidMoth @plantmom17 @PrincessAir @princesstears @RaghadR0 @Raimio @rainyday768 @Rambino @Ravenalexis86 @repen13 @RicochetJaguar @RiverJumper2 @Roscoe55 @Roses12 @rrretsuko @Ruidosa @RyuLawliet @SadAFSeth @sailorsays @Selfsufficientfaith @sensibleAvocado4381 @ShadowTag @sisan @soaringgoose @sofiamartino18 @softlyy @softSoul2166 @Soulcomfort @stellarluna0816 @Stuckatcrossroads @SummerHope1904 @SunshineRainbows123 @supertiredbipolarlawyer @sweetPink22 @Talktome929 @Tatianaalize @Tawanda526 @tealDrum7170 @TheDude0156 @Thementalhealth @thequietmouse @tidyPunk49 @toughLion8324 @TranquilSarah @triddett1 @Turn2belle @Vir44 @whatshername79 @WhiteRhino333 @willoltz88 @xelimious @xinyii11 @Zerlyna @zerotwo22
Damage is done, so what do we do now !!
by sky2Ocean20
Last post
March 16th
...See more For a prolonged period, I did not realize my mood was just not about “I feel down most of the time”. It was about telling your family or someone about it and the best reaction you get is “It’s okay, you will be fine. It’s not a big deal and it’s going to be alright.” Yes, it gets alright but it has a possibility that you might not get alright just like that. It’s going to need lots of awareness, resources, support, and many more things. We can not blame anyone for not getting diagnosed earlier. I mean we can but it won’t help to recover our mental health issues in my opinion. We know deep inside when it’s more than sadness.. but we don’t know exactly what it is! Everyone has a different intensity. Many of us are not blessed to undergo counseling or therapy (I am one of them). But here is the good news, we can still take care of it.. how ?? here is how I started:  📍 Tracking your mood. Doing it Just for a month will give you a pattern. we can continue to do it for years. (there are a bunch of free version apps or it could be simply on paper, there are many YouTube tutorials if you want to get some ideas) 📍 Writing a journal was my go-to reflection process. so after venting there, I could see what was going on in my mind. (I used to include prompts). 📍 Self care is a habit. Sometimes you will be able to do it, sometimes it might go the opposite and make you feel the worse because you won’t be able to keep up with it. Relapsing doesn’t mean "back to square one". It’s an upward spiral. 📍 Having an emergency contact: a support system, a family member, a friend you can rely on ( For a very long time, I had my journal only for my reflections. It was just the last couple of years, I got amazing friends, an understanding partner, and this app. It all didn't happen at once but gradually I was able to stick together with the right people and put effort into making right choices ) 📍 Not isolating yourself. I was one of those who completely used to shut down and avoid people at all costs for many days. But there is an intuition within me who told me to seek help. I listened to that helping voice inside me and started to look for support. At times I relied on a chating bot. like the one we have here in the cup(Noni). There are many other things of course, but these were my starting point. I wanted to share this because personal experiences like this helped me and gave me hope that I can manage it even though I feel alienated and misunderstood because of my mood. You are not your mood. It happens. Life gives you lemons but you have a choice to make something out of it. I am glad 7 cups exist. I am glad we can talk about it and no one will judge you here for finding yourself in a complex situation. Even in our worst days, let’s just not forget- we are human, we can face the struggle, we can go right through it . we can make happy choices for ourselves. It's a matter of trying and we can try our best. 
Thoughts That Lift me Up
by PeaceLoveandPaws
Last post
March 16th
...See more What is a thought that lifts you up?
Recently diagnosed
by Zzzee
Last post
March 11th
...See more Hello! I just got diagnosed with bipolar recently so I've been looking for good support groups. I am 15 and I dont know of anyone in my personal life with the same condition, so ive been feeling very alone with this whole thing. Along side my diagnosis, ive been put on a new medication specifically to help with bipolar, I'm still pretty uneducated about the whole thing. I wanted to know if anyone has good tips to keep grounded? Or even good cites where I can look into it more? Anything helps! Thank you!

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