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Recovery from Bipolar II
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I have been labeled Bipolar II because I experienced hypomania on several
antidepressants (Venlafaxine, Parnate). As I didn't have a proper "manic"
episode until I was in my mid-40s after years and years on various antidepressants (Aropax and god knows I can't remember what else) that did not
work, I query the diagnosis. A combination of menopause and stress could be
added to the equation (my mother went quite potty during her menopause). I
also believe adrenal fatigue can be a contributor to presenting with depression. There's plenty out there on the web to confirm this condition.
I luckily am well versed in Omega 3 essential fatty acids and other vitamins/minerals (magnesium) that can assist with mood disorders particularly
depression. It took me quite a while to get out the clutches of the mental
health system but when I did, little did they know that my wellness was not
because of any treatment they have given. I only took Lithium long enough for
3-6 monthly blood tests and remained stable for 2 years until fully discharged.
I am now losing the huge amount of weight I gained (size 12 to 22) from the
overzealous use of Olanzapine and Risperidone (Consta) even though I have never
been psychotic. They just seem to be the treatment of choice for just about anything that presents itself.
Now I am absolutely drug free. The last meds I was on was the Consta injection (Risperidone) over 8 months ago. When I recently started going to osteopaths and a masseur to address my physical health, on being touched finally I found my back to be a mass of rigid, spasmed muscles: it was agony. I was stunned at the condition of my body. I can only put the toxicity in my system down to the medications I have been on over a number of years.
Currently I use Omega 3, Magnesium/Calcium, B Complex, Kelp and Ascorbic Acid (Vit C) 3,000mgs min. I purchased a book called Natural Healing for Bipolar Disorder by Eva Edelman from
www.boragebooks.com which is a compendium of orthomolecular treatment.
I am regaining my life in leaps and bounds in the last few months. After years of isolation and despair my beautiful little home is constantly filled with friends, laughter and love.
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