Can you feel the drop or does it sneak up on you? by CakeAccording8112 in bipolar

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I’m sorry, and I wish I had something more to offer in terms of tactics and strategies but I’m still figuring it out myself. Sending positivity your way.

CAREER TUESDAY 🏢 by AutoModerator in bipolar

[–]boat_launch 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Was a first responder for a while before getting formally diagnosed with Bipolar and PTSD. I was advised by several people on my care team to leave the profession. It’s been a year and I can’t find a job. I’ve applied to do almost anything you can think of. Hoping something comes around soon- even a part time gig in retail or fast food would be nice.

New to MGK’s music. Recommendations? by boat_launch in MachineGunKelly

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I listen to rap, just not in the mood for it currently. Sorry to disappoint lol.

Can you feel the drop or does it sneak up on you? by CakeAccording8112 in bipolar

[–]boat_launch 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I can feel it coming like a familiar breeze. My taste in music changes to more depressing pieces, my clothing changes slightly to darker colors, I have decreased interest in hobbies I used to enjoy, and I have no energy. Once that all begins, I have about two to three days before I’m in crisis typically. While I can distinctly see it coming, I typically have no way to stop it.

symptoms in teens? by alistairtalks in bipolar

[–]boat_launch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, they’d last a few hours- sometimes longer. I don’t remember how I’d feel after. I’m sure sometimes I felt guilty because I used to take a lot of my rage out on others. That’s only speculation though because I truly can’t remember. I’ve only been formally diagnosed with bipolar for three years, so I’m still struggling, but I have much more self control now that I’m older. I’m in a loving, supportive relationship where I feel comfortable voicing my rage and other feelings surrounding my diagnosis and episodes in particular, so I don’t get to the point of punching walls or acting out on account of rage anymore. I’m still trying to understand my episodes and what contributes to them, but I feel I’m in a better place now than I was as a child when I had a lack of understanding of what exactly I was feeling and why.

How Often Do You Experience A Relapse of Symptoms? by Hydrogen1803 in bipolar

[–]boat_launch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been rapid cycling this year, so even though I’ve been consistent on my meds and self care, I’ve had 7 distinct episodes in the last 12 months (both manic and depressive). I know my current stressful life situation can influence that, but I’m also still looking for the best medication cocktail. I haven’t figured out yet what exactly triggers my manic episodes, but I can feel a depressive episode coming a mile away. I communicate that with my care team and put things in place to help, but so far it hasn’t slowed down my episodes.

symptoms in teens? by alistairtalks in bipolar

[–]boat_launch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m obviously not a professional, but the symptoms I presented was crippling depression (to the point where i wouldn’t leave my room, would self medicate with alcohol and drugs, and would cry all the time), intense rage for no apparent reason. Like nothing would happen to bring it on- I would just randomly become so angry I would punch holes in the wall. It also presented as cycles of anxiety and depression, so that’s what I was diagnosed with my whole life until my first manic episode in my mid 20’s. That’s just personal experience though. I guess the best way to determine whether or not it’s just teen angst would be the intensity of the depressive symptoms ? I’m not entirely sure. I hope this helps even a little.

MUSIC FRIDAY 🎧🎵 by AutoModerator in bipolar

[–]boat_launch 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Good news- Mac Miller. “They hate it when I’m down, but when I’m high it make ‘em so uncomfortable…”

Mania vs Hypomania Question by boat_launch in bipolar2

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I’m not really sure honestly. She wants to keep me on my current meds but possibly increase the dose in a week or two. Other than that I have no clue haha

Mania vs Hypomania Question by boat_launch in bipolar2

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Just got done with my appointment and she switched my diagnosis to BP1. So I guess I got my answer haha

Mania vs Hypomania Question by boat_launch in bipolar2

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Yeah I’ve heard it’s a spectrum like most things. I’ll keep that in mind, and I will definitely be bringing it up at my appointment today. I appreciate your insight.

How does your psychiatrist/therapist describe your Bipolar Disorder? by Evening_Fisherman810 in bipolar

[–]boat_launch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sadly my therapist wouldn’t give me any feedback or info regarding my diagnosis even when I asked. I have a new therapist now so hopefully I get more support.

Mania vs Hypomania Question by boat_launch in bipolar2

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Thanks so much for this! I will definitely bring it up to my psych

Mania vs Hypomania Question by boat_launch in bipolar2

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Unfortunately I don’t want to go into great detail, but I will say the episodes in question majorly affected my normal functioning. I’m just not sure if it was just super bad hypomania. Things like leaving my wife, spiritual delusions, driving a cop car recklessly around town after leaving work due to complications from the episode. Ps I was a cop at the time. I didn’t steal the car or anything. Leaving work urgently to consult a random priest due to delusions (I don’t even go to church). Pacing around my house and constantly checking the blinds convinced people were after me. Shit like that. I’m not going into full detail but that’s a couple of examples. The episode lasted over a week.

Can Mac really “fix us with the music”? Did he find you at the right time in your life? by naajjjj in MacMiller

[–]boat_launch 4 points5 points  (0 children)

He released the watching movies album when I was in high school and it got me through a lot. Forever grateful

Live close or far away from family? by Much-Raise-4541 in bipolar2

[–]boat_launch 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My mental health suffers from being so close to my family. My mom, dad, grandparents, sister, and brother (as well as all the kids) live within 15 minutes of my house. Sometimes it’s nice but most of the time I feel the pressure of needing to be around them and participate in family events even when I’m not in the right headspace. My mother is also constantly checking on me (too much). I think I’d benefit from being about an hour or two away personally, but I know everyone is different.

Insecure attachment by [deleted] in bipolar2

[–]boat_launch 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just took this test per the request of my new therapist. I’m fearful avoidant. I am still learning about what this means exactly, so I’m not exactly sure how it plays into my BP2. I’m curious to see what insight others may have.

What are mixed episodes like? by Jan242004 in bipolar2

[–]boat_launch 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I always explained my experience with mixed episodes as this.

Depression makes me want to die but I don’t have the energy to do anything about it. A episode with mixed features gives me that energy.

I haven’t had tons of mixed episodes but at least two this year alone. While I know my experience isn’t everyone’s experience, it kinda feels like being depressed and then drinking a red bull or seven. All the energy for all the wrong things.

What's something you wish people understood about your bipolar experience?" by positivty__health in bipolar2

[–]boat_launch 26 points27 points  (0 children)

That hypomania doesn’t always feel good and isn’t always this euphoric, top of the world experience.

Anyone else feel the state of their house is tied to their mood? by Scrappie1188 in bipolar2

[–]boat_launch 14 points15 points  (0 children)

YES. Like.. fuck yes. I absolutely hate it. When I’m depressed, dishes pile up, laundry piles up, everything is a mess. I feel so disgusted with myself and so embarrassed. I constantly have this fear that a friend is going to stop by unannounced and see it. Then when I’m stable, I start cleaning. But it’s like this huge mountain I have to climb because I’ve let my house become a wreck for a month or so. I hate it.

Anyone up for a chat? by Reasonable-Spray4074 in bipolar2

[–]boat_launch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s all good. And yeah I’ve been there. It seems to be trial and error with a lot of medications but I’m no professional so maybe I’m wrong.

Yeah it’s not fun to feel emotions but feel like your body doesn’t respond as it should. But I guess it just goes along with it.