You are not the only one here that is dealing with Bi-polarization. There are a few of us.
It is my opinion that some memory loss comes with severe depression or from the meds taken to control it. I do not know which or if maybe a combination of both.
Maybe it differs from person to person and maybe this particular symptom does not occur in all bi-polars.
This is a very difficult question to answer. Try to get outside in the sunshine as often as possible and find things that interest you to keep your mind occupied. Get a second or third opinion from other doctors on how to wean yourself from some of the meds.
When you go into the dark place, light a candle. Reach out and grab hold of something, even if it is only some good memories to ponder on.
Find things to make you laugh. People with bi-polar disorder have a chemical imbalance in their brains which causes the depression to come on. Laughing actually releases endorphins in the brain which helps to counter balance the chemicals and in fact helps you to feel better.
I will not suggest that you discontinue your meds. Everyone is different and that decision should be made by you and a doctor. Also, that is a process which must be planned out so the meds are slowly reduced. You could go through some horrible things by suddenly stopping them.
We all have to make the decision ourselves, whether to terminate the use of drugs and must have professional help when making that decision. But please, do not try this alone without proper supervision.
It is my opinion that some memory loss comes with severe depression or from the meds taken to control it. I do not know which or if maybe a combination of both.
Maybe it differs from person to person and maybe this particular symptom does not occur in all bi-polars.
This is a very difficult question to answer. Try to get outside in the sunshine as often as possible and find things that interest you to keep your mind occupied. Get a second or third opinion from other doctors on how to wean yourself from some of the meds.
When you go into the dark place, light a candle. Reach out and grab hold of something, even if it is only some good memories to ponder on.
Find things to make you laugh. People with bi-polar disorder have a chemical imbalance in their brains which causes the depression to come on. Laughing actually releases endorphins in the brain which helps to counter balance the chemicals and in fact helps you to feel better.
I will not suggest that you discontinue your meds. Everyone is different and that decision should be made by you and a doctor. Also, that is a process which must be planned out so the meds are slowly reduced. You could go through some horrible things by suddenly stopping them.
We all have to make the decision ourselves, whether to terminate the use of drugs and must have professional help when making that decision. But please, do not try this alone without proper supervision.
