Posted by Lorraine on January 31, 2002, at 18:34:58
In reply to Re: The Uniqueness of Lithium? » Lorraine, posted by BarbaraCat on January 31, 2002, at 13:36:42
> Thanks, Lorraine. Why do you think you've been misdiagnosed - what are your symptoms?
I guess it's just because anti-depressants don't work for me and I can get a bit over zealous with my projects, many more open than closed, though I don't really crash afterward. But I seem to ride the waves up and down a bit; no sleep deprivation or risk taking behaviors.Who knows? I'm not remotely sure that I believe in DSM categories anyway. We are not talking etiology but symptom clusters of unknown (and most likely) numerous origin.
Hope your course continues upward:-)
Lorraine
I still have questions as to the difference between Bipolar II, ADHD, GAD. I do know, however, that my suffering becomes morbid when I'm stressed, worried, anxious and afraid. That sends me into an overamped state where I wear myself out and become sick, and from that place of stress exaustion I spiral into depression. SSRI's, beyond not even working after a while, created an inner tension and disquiet and made it very difficult to stay in my 'center'. So whatever the diagnosis, for me, treating and healing the fried-out wired feeling is allowing me the clarity and energy to continue healing, resting and restoring. Keep in touch. Barbara
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> > I've been following some of your posts and think we may have something in common. I suspect I am misdiagnosed as well. I have been thinking of lithium. Anyway, wanted to let you know that I have enjoyed your posts.
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> > Lorraine
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> > > I've been taking lithium for about 1 month now at 300 mgs and I have to say I love it! I can actually feel my brain being 'fed' on it, like a nutrient. In fact, recent posts here and on the web have stated its 'neurotrophic growth factor' benefits, along with increasing neural grey matter. I resisted lithium for years because of it's stigma and bad press, but it, along with my Klonopin, cocktail are saving my life. No side effect except for extra thirst, but more water is good for me anyhow.
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