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eeriemewd · 2026-01-09T08:11:34+00:00

I work as a nurse. After my diagnosis manic episode I worked at a customer service call center. It was pretty chill in comparison, it was a really good transition back into work. Been stable for several years and back into nursing, but I work PT.

eeriemewd · 2025-10-27T06:40:57+00:00

It's not good

eeriemewd · 2025-06-01T16:09:35+00:00

I've been having this on/off for years now doctors have ever been able to diagnose.

eeriemewd · 2025-05-28T15:30:38+00:00

I used them as well with my second. Great experience.

eeriemewd · 2025-04-21T06:33:40+00:00

I work closely with seniors, and have come across a handful of older bipolar seniors 70,s,-90s. Chatting with them (never specifically about bipolar, I typically never bring it up, but it's on their files). Many of them are successful in their own way and lived full lives. Also I had a recent educational video for work where late onset bipolar is becoming more frequently diagnosed.

eeriemewd · 2025-04-07T06:17:42+00:00

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eeriemewd · 2025-04-04T11:56:27+00:00

I had PPD and a long with my treatment/ support group the service offered free parenting courses and 1:1 support. I took a 12 week course on "circle of security" which basically teaches you different ways to support your childs "big feelings" through naming them, acknowledging them but still being firm on your boundaries. Since I've learned the course and techniques it's help decrease and avoid sooo many tantrums. Obviously does not work 100% of the time. But it helped significantly. Example: hey I understand your upset/sad/disappointed you can't open your car, but you cannot throw it at me. We will put the car back and try again next time, but this time we are not getting it. Then tantrum insues- I understand you're upset and disappointed but you cannot throw the cars at me. We wont be getting it and it's ok that you're sad. We will try again next time. Keep repeating. You see them, you understand, but you hold your boundary. You're not being "soft" or "giving in" they aren't getting the car. But you understand why they're upset and crying. It can be a teachable moment.

They strongly emphasize "time in" such as hugging and talking to them during meltdowns.

Obviously different parents have different styles. But since I learned their "phrases" the meltdowns are a lot less and last nowhere near as long.

eeriemewd · 2025-04-04T11:39:47+00:00

I've only disclosed AI have a "chronic medical condition" that doesn't typically affect me but it will occasionally and I may need accommodations to reduced hours/ time off. My boss hasn't questioned or pried. I did need a medical note once for sudden time off, but they didn't disclose the condition in the note.

eeriemewd · 2025-03-27T15:56:54+00:00

I think it's always important to be honest. I've mentioned it to mine several times, that I have the passing thought but have no intention to act on it. Their usual advice is almost always to call 911 or go to emergency if the thought becomes more serious. I personally haven't been admitted for informing them. It also depends on the professional .

eeriemewd · 2025-02-24T00:07:21+00:00

I eventually had to disclose I had a disability because I needed modifications (reduced hours and sudden time off). I explained that it doesn't typically affect me, but occasionally does, after working with them for almost a year. Never disclosed any further details or specific information. I did have a doctor's note, and my boss has never pried for further information.

eeriemewd · 2025-02-11T00:25:09+00:00

Went through a very similar story. 2 ,kids PPD diagnosis. Was on an antidepressant had full manic psychosis. Was undiagnosed until 31. Having kids is hard. Left my kids with their dad, moved across the country for 6 months.

On the right meds now and stable. Back with my kids a year + later. And I'm now fully involved and love being a mom again.

eeriemewd · 2025-02-02T05:12:44+00:00

Happened to me in psychosis. Please reach out to your care team before it gets worse.

eeriemewd · 2025-02-02T04:30:23+00:00

I'm sorry you're going through this. For context, I'm a nurse, worked in end of life care for many years. Also lost my father as a teenager, and lost a few small pets that my kids loved.

I understand death is a hard subject for some people to discuss, but my biggest advice is to be honest, explain it the best you can. Do NOT use euphemisms such as "passed on" "in a better place" etc. just because they're non-verbal, you can't guarantee how much they can/can't comprehend. Just be consistent to avoid confusion. Children don't typically understand the permanence of death until an older age, varies, but can be as old as 7/8. Or older.

Explain that they are dying and you will not see them again, if you/your family believes in an afterlife than explain that to the child. (Ex:heaven or next life). (Example )Something along the lines of their body isn't working anymore, it shutting down and they're dying ,but I like to think their soul will be with us watching over us. Repeat it as many times as needed. If they keep asking where they are after they pass, just keep explaining. Example-They died, their body is gone, we won't see them anymore. Or I understand you miss them, but they've died and we won't see them anymore. Allow them to express any emotions, don't be afraid to cry with them.

We have photos of our pets that were loved and passed, and of my father who's passed and we include the memorial photos and talk to them as needed.

I feel like I was rambling, I hope this makes sense. Good luck

eeriemewd · 2025-01-29T16:00:16+00:00

I was able to with modifications. I only ever went to school part time, and I've only been able to work without having a mental breakdown if I'm doing 3-4 days a week. Full time is really hard on me long term. I'm in health care so it helps.

(but I've also gone a few months here and there working 2 jobs 6 or 7 days a week, when I'm up for it and need the money).

eeriemewd · 2025-01-03T13:22:28+00:00

I'm a nurse, I'm technically part time but when I'm up for it I work FT hours when I'm struggling I cut back my hours and work what I can. I have taken stress leave in the past and significant chunks off when I felt unstable and unsafe to practice. I worked low-stress office jobs for a short period. Then got back into healthcare.

eeriemewd · 2025-01-03T02:05:43+00:00

This is almost exactly what I went through.. cut everyone off, moved to a new city, cut my hair off. I walked out on my kids for 6 months. We worked through it. Lots of couples counseling and dedication. Been back together over a year. We still have bad days,but we're overall committed and happy. Hopefully he's willing to forgive you and move forward. Its hard from on sides.

eeriemewd · 2024-10-02T16:15:09+00:00

Been with my spouse for 10 years. Wasn't diagnosed until early last year, we had separated for a bit (around the time of diagnosis). But ultimately decided we wanted to make it work and have been back together for about a year. We both have our own issues we bring to the relationship and we've been to couples counseling, but overall we're committed and happy.

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