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xerametinx

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Feb 05, 2009 07:53

I went to my psychiatry appointment yesterday - the second one I've ever had in my life. I felt I needed to go to deal with some issues that have been rearing their ugly head for the past 13 or 14 months. After talking for about an hour, the doctor tells me that the root of my problems stem from the fact that I display classic symptoms of bipolar ( Read more... )

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dyvoradarkthorn February 6 2009, 00:39:05 UTC

Sadie,
I know it really isn't any of my business and all but bipolar disorder is a very serious diagnosis and a very debilitating disease. The medications for it can have harsh side effects. Please consider getting a second opinion before you accept this type of diagnosis (not they you shouldn't take it seriously, but..). Many of the the symptoms of this type of disorder overlap. If I have overstepped a boundary, I'm sorry. I know several people who have been misdiagnosed and would hate to see it happen to you!

xerametinx February 6 2009, 03:18:16 UTC

Not overstepping a boundary at all. In fact, I appreciate the advice. I'm learning all I can. I was thinking of getting a second opinion, just to make sure. Thanks for being on the lookout.