A point of reference

[boschette]

I have a new diagnosis, and one that I struggled with when it was first dumped on me. It's a loaded term. It calls to mind "crazy" people, standing on building ledges or writing on walls. But there's more to it than that; it's layered, and I am firmly entrenched in the milder of the layers. Bipolar 2

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[downunderdeb]

My mother is a schizophrenic, my son suffers from depression/anxiety disorder - to some extent I 'understand' mental illness. I'm so pleased that the meds/therapy are working. All we can do is enjoy each day at a time, and try to find our normal.

[boschette]

That's exactly right, Deb. And normal is all relative anyway, isn't it? Thank you.

[kassto]

I had no idea! And here I've been leaning on you! I am so glad you have a good good good therapist. It is such hard work, isn't it. xxx

[boschette]

Thank you, Kathy. You haven't been leaning on me at all. I love talking to you and feeling as if I can offer even a snippet of insight.

[kassto]

Also, what Deb said. :-)

[zanthinegirl]

I'm so sorry you have to deal with this, but glad you have a good support network. I have several bipolar relatives, and this sounds very familiar.

::hugs you::

[missus_grace]

So sorry you had to go through all that, but it sounds like maybe you're on the right track, treatment-wise. And bonus if you feel right about the diagnosis.

Hugs to you and your kiddos - miss you here on LJ!