Bipolar type 1, severe depression and Anxiety
I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder when I was 15, so i’ve had a lot of time to become familiar of what that meant. I am struggling SO bad right now.. on the verge of a divorce because of my shopping addiction and manic episodes.. I just need some insight on how to manage my disorder better.. i’m worse than i have ever been and i’m losing myself
Hello friend, I am so sorry you are struggling so much right now. I don’t have much advice, as a 19-year-old who was just recently diagnosed myself, but I can offer this: focus on self-care and healing for the moment, whatever that looks like for you. Juggling your health AND a bunch of other concerns (including the process of divorce) will only worsen things. If you do end up going through a divorce (which might be recommendable if that helps your health by alleviating burdens), then still let that and your health be the only things you’re concerned about right now. What soothes you when you’re manic? For me, calming music and a warm, fuzzy blanket and stuffed animals really help.
