I have bipolar disorder. How can my friends support me? Also, I am starting college, so how can I stay stable?
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Well the first thing is to make sure you always take your medicine. I here it all the time that he or she stopped taking their medicine because they did not like how it made them feel. And go on line and print out all about your disorder and give it to them, tell them they are ur friends and u want them to understand this. Find a support group to join I know u are going to be busy but when u need it you will know where to go. Talk to a councilor they will guide you in the right direction. Hope this helps. I have friends who have all kinds of disorders I myself have ADD. I know where you are coming from. The best ot you! : )
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smoke some trees with your friends.. that seems to help.
and if you act up they will be too stoned to realize your bipolar disorder.
Stress is one factor which can affect everyone in different ways, so if the stress of starting college is worrying you, try and get some support as soon as possible, eg trhough the student services or counselling department, or via your tutor system. As far as your friends are concerned, only you can really know what suits you best as a way of support. However, I suggest taht when you are able to identify trigger factors, that you talk to your friends about it openly, and then they may have had experineces that can help you. Make sure that you stay stable by taking any medication that has been prescribed to you, and by ensuring that you attend your psychiatric ouptatient appointments, and discussing issues as they arise either with your pschiatrist or nurse. Good luck with college. if comfortale with sharing this with others.tell them in hopes that they will be able to watch for signs that you may not be aware of.you know the symptoms you feel inside so if they occur then let doctor know.if on medication continue to take and do not stop without doctor knowing
Keep in close contact with our therapist and take your medication as directed. Have blood tests done as suggested.
NO ILLEGAL drugs and limit alcohol and try to find a support group in the college system. Above all remember you are an important person and you can do this. Read literature on your illness and if your family is supportive keepin close contact
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