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Posted 7/3/2015 3:53 AM (GMT 0)
I am now diagnosed with bipolar. This is now adding to the current anxiety that already exsits. I know a lot of skills to bring my anxiety down, plus I now have so xanax. Still is there suggestions that would be helpful when anxiety and irratablity are high. I keep thinking that I have had so many health problems in the last year and I am 26. I cant stand this.
Posted 7/3/2015 4:35 AM (GMT 0)
Hi C.B.,

I am sorry to hear of your new dx...I am sure this is difficult and overwhelming to deal with currently.


You will however come to better terms with this news with time, and finding ways to manage the condition.

I am sure that your P-doc has made some suggestions for therapy and medication? If not...an appointment to make or revise your treatment plan would be a good step.:) (Were you told if you are dealing with type 1 or 2? I ask b/c treatment will differ.)

As far as anxiety and irritability. ..have you tried decompression self help skills,.exercises and relaxation techniques?

We have lots of suggestions in our Resources if you need new ideas!

Keep posting...both here, and also the bipolar forum if you choose, for support!

S.C.
Posted 7/3/2015 8:22 AM (GMT 0)
Hi CB

I am also sorry to hear of your new dx but as SC said you will come to better terms with this news over time and it is something which can be treated successfully I have a friend with Bipolar and as long as she keeps up with her medication she does not have to many problems and leads a normal life.

Do have a look at our resources as you will find some useful links to self help guides and I can recommend looking into Mindfulness Meditation as this is really helpful on a number of different levels.

Hibee
Posted 7/3/2015 3:37 PM (GMT 0)
Bekah, You CAN get thru this. I know it isn't a new diagnosis you wanted, but it is what it is and you can and will get thru it.

I've been bi-polar for over 20 years and in the early days I refused to believe and wouldn't stay on medication, this made my life chaotic to say the least. But I accepted I needed meds about 5 years ago and have been taking them ever since.

As long as you stay on your meds, you'll be fine. :) Besides we have an excellent therapist to get us thru everything we need to get thru. :)
Posted 7/3/2015 6:48 PM (GMT 0)
Bekah,

Perhaps the bipolar disorder diagnosis could help explain some of the other trials and tribulations you are experiencing. I just yesterday asked my psychologist if he feels I am bipolar. He does not.
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