Recent content by DarkWalker

I am still figuring out exactly what my PTSD does to me, as I have only recently become aware of it. I do know it contributes to my nightmares, and many of my paranoid delusions and phobias stem from trauma that caused my PTSD. As far as how long my (hypo)manic phases last when sleep is an...

Bipolar disorder affects everyone differently. Two men with bipolar 1 disorder will react to it differently, and will react to the same medications/treatments/etc. differently. It's an unfair statement to say you won't ever have to worry about side effects with "simple, clean, natural methods,"...

I've heard claims from people that they cured their bipolar disorder with a variety of substances, or with prayer, or what have you. There's only been one I believed, because I had seen her behavior consistently enough. Others have often shown classic signs of mania when they're supposed to be...

I have found Niacin to be helpful, but not nearly as helpful as fish oil and my medication. My meds do what they're supposed to, but they also throw in nasty side effects as well. I'm going to be talking about some different options with my psych, as well as looking for a different psych.

In any case, the thread is about Bipolar Disorder, not "the ebils of big pharma," so while I'm open to having that debate/discussion, I'd prefer to not sidetrack this thread to do it.

Nutrition is an important part of managing bipolar disorder, but I don't think it's "big pharma's" fault that people aren't getting the nutrition they need. Nutritious food isn't difficult to obtain, but it is less convenient than unhealthy food. Why make a salad for myself when I can buy a...

I don't work. I live on disability benefits. I don't want to endanger her job. I said that the manager watches her like a hawk, but perhaps I wasn't clear: she is new to her job, and I don't want to do anything that would cause her to receive a reprimand from her boss (like receiving notes over...

I have tried to put myself out there enough that we have things in common, but not enough that she knows everything about me. I do try to let her talk more. I do pay attention to her, though I can be pretty dense. If someone doesn't spell it out for me, I'll usually miss it, because I won't...

Yes, and I do both those things.

I have been waiting for an opportunity to get her contact information or give her mine, though her manager seems to watch her like a hawk. I don't want to be the guy that's seen as "hitting on" an employee. Maybe if I catch her on a break and it comes up, I can give her my phone number. I think...

I know there's been some talk about Lithium here, but is anyone else on it? I find it odd that it's something that builds up to a certain dosage in your bloodstream, but yet I notice the days when I miss my dose. I feel the agitation and other symptoms of bipolar. Even my brain physically feels...

Blazin Bones , I have been praying off and on, and it has helped. I still get that nervous/happy feeling when I see her, but I'm able to keep it under wraps. I also don't tend to act on what I normally interpret as signs of interest from her. Usually, I would be misinterpreting everything a...

I have reconciled my emotions with my Mom's passing. I handle death much better than most people. Thank you all for your prayers.

I was sick over the weekend with a dehydration headache, and upset stomach. I'm feeling better, but I came back to a lot to pray for: 1. My sister and brother-in-law are on their honeymoon in Germany, and having trouble getting back to the States. I'm not sure what all is going on, but they're...

I had been feeling fatigued, but I attributed it to depression from bipolar disorder. My TSH levels were four times what they should have been, so it wasn't a total surprise when they told me. I've heard Lithium can exacerbate some of the symptoms of thyroid problems, but I can't speak as to...