I've recently been diagnosed with Bipolar 2 disorder. For those who aren't aware of the differences between Bipolar 1 & 2, here's the wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bipolar_II_disorder
I'd previously been diagnosed with major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder with acute panic attacks. It was difficult for my doc to accurately diagnose me because I was always on cocaine. I got clean for a while and she felt confident in diagnosing me as Bipolar 2.
I'm having trouble reconciling with this diagnosis and navigating my "recovery" or whatever. The "B word" was tough to hear and I've somewhat resisted the diagnosis. Anyway, here is my current med mix:
Propranolol
Vraylar
Lithium
Trintellix
Trazodone
Clonezapam
I've recently returned from a 3 month leave of absence at work and I'm having lots of trouble concentrating, focusing and retaining information. My motivation is not where it needs to be and I fear I'm not meeting the expectations of my role. (I'm in a high paying, high expectations type of career)
Anyway, that's enough about me. Do any of you have Bipolar 2? What has been your experience? Do you have any advice for someone who's new to the diagnosis? Any tips? Any meds that have worked well for you? etc....
Thanks!
I'd previously been diagnosed with major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder with acute panic attacks. It was difficult for my doc to accurately diagnose me because I was always on cocaine. I got clean for a while and she felt confident in diagnosing me as Bipolar 2.
I'm having trouble reconciling with this diagnosis and navigating my "recovery" or whatever. The "B word" was tough to hear and I've somewhat resisted the diagnosis. Anyway, here is my current med mix:
Propranolol
Vraylar
Lithium
Trintellix
Trazodone
Clonezapam
I've recently returned from a 3 month leave of absence at work and I'm having lots of trouble concentrating, focusing and retaining information. My motivation is not where it needs to be and I fear I'm not meeting the expectations of my role. (I'm in a high paying, high expectations type of career)
Anyway, that's enough about me. Do any of you have Bipolar 2? What has been your experience? Do you have any advice for someone who's new to the diagnosis? Any tips? Any meds that have worked well for you? etc....
Thanks!