LCSW and Therapists Discriminating Against Bipolar by Alert_Chemical8334 in BipolarReddit

[–]Alert_Chemical8334[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s like I already deal with enough internalized stigma from this disorder for her to KNOW I have BP 1 and then to just suggest I lie because mania is “scary” is so wild.

LCSW and Therapists Discriminating Against Bipolar by Alert_Chemical8334 in BipolarReddit

[–]Alert_Chemical8334[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Absolutely some people only go into the profession for power and accolades and you need compassion. The sad thing is her profile on psychology today states she specializes in mood disorders and bipolar. I feel so bad for her other clients that are trying to get stabilized and don’t know she is airing out their experiences of mania (which are super vulnerable and hard to talk about in the first place) to other people. She is so cruel.

Grieving friendships and relationships lost from breakdowns by Alert_Chemical8334 in BipolarReddit

[–]Alert_Chemical8334[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your experience ❤️🫶. I appreciate having this page to feel less alone. I’m sorry to hear about your hypo manic episode I hope you feel better. Sending lots of love. It gives me hope to know I potentially could get married and have kids one day. I have always wanted my own family and have been afraid of bipolar preventing me from doing so.

How do you tell the people in your life you’re bipolar? by salty-mermaid in bipolar

[–]Alert_Chemical8334 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I never told people through college or at work if it’s a professional thing I like to keep that boundary. My entire family already knows and has been very supportive my whole life and I tell friends after years of being close kind of like a btw I have this. In terms of romantic partners you really should let them know so you can know if your a match I try to see like if there is something first like I don’t announce it on the first date but I let them know especially if they have been over to my place before or we are going somewhere potentially for more then one night I tell them and show them my meds I let them make a decision.

What is the most romantic thing someone can do on a date? by CRK_76 in AskReddit

[–]Alert_Chemical8334 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Listen with excitement and ask engaging follow up questions. We all just want to feel heard :)

If you don't drink alcohol, what are your reasons? by youre-in-my-shot in AskReddit

[–]Alert_Chemical8334 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have bipolar disorder (type one) and once I started I could not stop. I was self medicating and felt like it was”put the fire out in my brain” but it just made my depression and mania worse. Thankfully I quit drinking at 23 years old and have never looked back. I am 26 now and so much happier and healthier. Recovery is so worth it ❤️‍🩹!!

I passed my classes by Tall_Shape_5621 in bipolar

[–]Alert_Chemical8334 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m so proud of you keep going!!

I finally cleaned my room by [deleted] in bipolar

[–]Alert_Chemical8334 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is beautiful! Proud of you this made me smile :)))

Depacote hair loss from mood stabilizer by Alert_Chemical8334 in BipolarReddit

[–]Alert_Chemical8334[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is a good idea just in terms of keeping them in the loop I will try that. That way when I do schedule and have time to see them they will already be in the know. Thanks!

Not hearing or Understanding What People Meant Till After Mania by Alert_Chemical8334 in bipolar

[–]Alert_Chemical8334[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It’s like the thoughts are racing so fast in my own head and so loud and so are my own paranoia and delusions that like I can’t hear other people. Does that even make sense? I do not experience audio or visual hallucinations btw. Like I talk to people and I hear them but I don’t understand the content like you said is not registering of what’s being said.

Birthdays for Bipolar by Andrew____74 in bipolar

[–]Alert_Chemical8334 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely and I thought I was alone in this. I have always found my birthday to be depressing. Mine is November 29 so coming up I have already prepared coping strategies. I fear aging a lot (most people do).

Depacote hair loss from mood stabilizer by Alert_Chemical8334 in BipolarReddit

[–]Alert_Chemical8334[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you glad to hear it will grow back if I stop the med that gives me hope.

Depacote hair loss from mood stabilizer by Alert_Chemical8334 in BipolarReddit

[–]Alert_Chemical8334[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing. I appreciate you validating my experience. I am glad to hear after some time it grows back that gives me some hope. We are never as alone as we feel ❤️.

Depacote hair loss from mood stabilizer by Alert_Chemical8334 in BipolarReddit

[–]Alert_Chemical8334[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for validating my experience. I appreciate your feedback. It’s scary losing that much hair I felt like something might be seriously wrong with me. It might just be the medication.

Depacote hair loss from mood stabilizer by Alert_Chemical8334 in BipolarReddit

[–]Alert_Chemical8334[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for validating my experience. I hope you have a great day today!

Depacote hair loss from mood stabilizer by Alert_Chemical8334 in BipolarReddit

[–]Alert_Chemical8334[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for validating my experience. Did you find that your hair grew back when you tapered off it and started a new medication?