Newly diagnosed

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Registered: 04-24-2006
Newly diagnosed
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Wed, 04-26-2006 - 4:22pm

Hello All! I'm Zoe. I've been dealing with depression for over 4 years. I've seen several therapist, counsilors, and take several different medications for help. I've not had any luck with either. I've lost jobs, friends, relastionships, homes and even my will to live.

Recently, I've found myself in the same situation. Feeling lost, about to lose my job and scared to death of being homeless again. All due to depression and anxiety. I decided someone was going to help me if I had to stand in the middle of the street to get it.

I went to see a psyciatrist today. I've learned more about myself in one 55 minute session than all the years dealing with this. I was totally misdiagnosed!!!! I have Type II Bipolar Disorder. Everything he said maybe experiencing was true. It was like this total stranger just entered my head to read my mind and emotions.

I felt a great lift off my world. To really know what wrong with me, and it's treatable. For so many years, I blamed myself. "Why can't I feel better?" "What's wrong with me?" Now, I feel like a have a focus.

I just felt like sharing. Maybe someone who was afraid to go to the doctor will give it a try. Just remember, you have to feel comfortable with them in order to make progress.

Zoe
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Registered: 12-12-2005
In reply to: ldyzoe
Wed, 04-26-2006 - 7:38pm

I am glad that you have finally found out that you have bp, and now you are able to be properly treated for it. And hopefull with the right treatment your fears will dissapear. I was dx about 8 yrs ago. And where I live there are no support groups. But thats ok cause This is the best place for support if you ask me. I hope you stick around. Good luck to you.

Jo

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Registered: 11-03-2005
In reply to: ldyzoe
Wed, 04-26-2006 - 7:47pm
Welcome to the board.

 
 
 
 

 
 
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Registered: 03-27-2006
In reply to: ldyzoe
Thu, 04-27-2006 - 8:06am

Zoe,
I'm glad to hear you finally got the correct diagnosis. I was diagnosed with BP last year. I too had been treated for depression for many years. When my regular doctor increased my dosage of Effexor...it sent me into a manic phase. My Mom and husband finally convinced me to see a Pdoc. Thankfully I did. Welcome to the board!

Renee

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Registered: 04-06-2005
In reply to: ldyzoe
Thu, 04-27-2006 - 8:23am

Hi Zoe and Welcome !!!!

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In reply to: ldyzoe
Thu, 04-27-2006 - 3:45pm

Welcome Zoe,


It is good to see you have a positive experience to share.

Thank you.

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Registered: 03-28-2003
In reply to: ldyzoe
Thu, 04-27-2006 - 4:49pm

Zoe,


Welcome to the board.