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I have Type 1 Bipolar Disorder. After many difficult years, for me and those around me, I was diagnosed, medicated and got my life back. I am a happy and productive Actor/Playwright with friends and family who love me because I chose to treat BPD as an illness, not a flaw in me. I love my life without mania and you can too, you are not alone, so come out and live the great life that is waiting for you. J Post a CommentOops!The words you entered did not match the given text. Please try again. 5 Comments
Hi Eva The main difference between Type 1 and Type 2 Bipolar Disorder is the cycling. The manic and depressed cycles in Type 1 are extended and can last for long periods of time. This makes them more dangerous. For example a long manic period may be accompanied by periods of insomnia which trigger psychosis or extended depression can wear a person down to being suicidal.
Now that is not to say that these risk are not there with the shorter cycles of Type 2 they are just not as common. This is a very generalized explanation. If you suspected you are Bipolar seek a professional. Do not try to self diagnose and for God sake don't take your diagnose from this or any other web site. The last thing we need are the inmates running the asylum but seriously I'm a firm believe in treatment and medications so if you or someone you love may be suffering form this illness I can not stress the importance of seeking treatment. Thank-you so much for writing and welcome to the family Jason Gale
I'm really glad I could help in some way. I wanted to let you know that you helped me too because the things you said, like being so sad it hurts physically, are exactly how I feel sometimes, so it makes me feel less alone. It actually came just in time as I myself have been having a rough patch, so to know that you have been through the same things and come out the other side, and that I could be helpful, means a lot. Thank you and take care!
Jay, thanks for the welcoming and encouraging words. I wish I could say that I have my Bipolar under control, but I am still struggling with finding the right medications. This site helps give me hope that that will happen someday though, so I am grateful for that. I have been through a lot of self-destructive behaviors in the past and I have survived them and am still fighting. I hope someday I can help others make it through their sufferings like you are now. Thank you for your courage and compassion, the world needs more people like you.
Jay, I know alot of what you went through.. As a couple many years ago.. Our relationship suffered & eventually ended because of this illness.. I know that we were each others first real love..I knew that you had it in you to accomplish whatever it was you wanted to do.. I always told you that..I am just happy with medication your life is back on as well as being the success you are today.. I am very proud to know someone as strong and intelligent as you..Someone that can show others that BPD is "an illness not a flaw" ..I am happy to have been there for you as much as I could..I feel very lucky to be as good friends with you as we are for over 25 years.. Love you and keep smiling
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