Posted by Chris A. on March 16, 2000, at 18:16:04
In reply to Good sleep hygiene-rapid cycling bipolar (Chris A), posted by Janice on March 15, 2000, at 12:25:39
Janice,
It sounds like you already practice good sleep hygiene. For those who are susceptible, just one night of deprivation can precipitate mania or hypo-mania. I didn't sleep at all Sunday night, which is a no-no for me. I had an ECT treatment early Mon. a.m., so it all worked out. One doc suggested that I have a policy of never going to bed after midnight. I need to renew that policy because it was definitely good advice for me! Sleep and mood are so intricately related. Mondimore devoltes a chapter to the relationship.I feel somewhat spacey. My hubby says that is to be expected with ECT, but he seems to think it's better than suicidal depression/mixed states. My pDoc say he still expects there to be ups and downs. I would like life to be smooth sailing. My treatments now are weekly. I'm not too fond of the feeling of my left hand not knowing what my right hand is doing! Thanks for your concern.
Chris A.
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