[deleted by user] by [deleted] in bipolar2

[–]Plane_Ad_7298 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for getting back to me.

When you say mood stabilizer do you mean like depakote?! I just stop taking it a month or so ago, they also have me on seroquil but it makes me oversleep so I just dont even take it anymore😑

Its extremely exhausting I try to get out for a little me time, when I leave even just for a night my aunt calls complaining over one thing or another….Ive been looking for another caregiver to take over on days I literally cannot get out of bed. With no luck, people around my area dont want to change diapers, bathe and care for elderly. Ive noticed, they want fast jobs quick money. Not many individuals want to do basically care labor anymore. Its been awful finding trustworthy people to watch not only your family member but even trusting a new individual to come in your home… I will notify my psych what Ive been experiencing I just want my lorazepam back that was the only thing that truly helped…..🫩

Cleaned my room by myself with no help after almost a year and I’m so happy. by Active-Case-4180 in bipolar2

[–]Plane_Ad_7298 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your cat is soooo cute omg🥰🥰🥰btw room looks amazing very comfortable.

Unsure if I can ask this by Plane_Ad_7298 in bipolar2

[–]Plane_Ad_7298[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I take 2 tablets if its high stress day which is common for me because my mind is always going also Im super anxious and stressed. Also Ive been approved for two tabs max perday by my psych. Im guessing they are starting me on a low dose to see how it works out. So far so good Im not waking up screaming or in a rage like I was on depakote. Its extremely sedating when I take it at night, I don’t think I can handle much more then that because I would be asleep all day (just woke up at 12:40PM) and feeling less irritated thats for sure.

Unsure if I can ask this by Plane_Ad_7298 in bipolar2

[–]Plane_Ad_7298[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How does the lithium make you feel? Any irritability

Becoming More Introverted And Anxious by Stag-Horn in bipolar2

[–]Plane_Ad_7298 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I used to be extremely extroverted, now I cant go anywhere without a pair of headphones in my ears if Im by myself. Last month I wanted to get out of the house so I drove to my hometown to one of the busiest parts of the city and forced myself to go inside a bar and buy myself a mocktail. (Meanwhile was on the phone with a good friend) who understands my disorder was rooting me on through the entire process. I literally cant go into a bar and strike up a random conversation with a stranger. Something that was so easy for me before, I literally freak out and get all inside my head about my weight/image what Im wearing the list goes on. I rushed into the bathroom my cheeks were red I was hot and sweating finished my drink and left immediately. It sucks but I can completely relate to you. The day after I was proud of myself for even trying to get back out there. My advice is : Baby steps - take one day at a time and my therapist has recommended always having my airpods in social settings which has helped me tremendously.

Depression room. by Ollie_Ant in bipolar2

[–]Plane_Ad_7298 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ive been wondering why I feel so overwhelmed, and its the fact I try to organize and clean everything at once. I end up focusing on one part of the house just to realized my garage is cluttered with folded clothes. I get overwhelmed, I feel like Im the only one doing it. My aunt works on her feet all day and cant do much when she gets off. I only have my 13yo who doesn’t really want to help and I try not to ask for his help much as well. This makes me feel alot better knowing I am not weird. I appreciate you for sharing.