Posted by minisnow on August 9, 2002, at 8:15:59
I had my first acute manic episode at the age of 38. That was last year. I am now taking Zoloft, Trileptal, and Omega 3. I have read numerous books on bipolar disorder and I am trying to figure out when it would be safe for me to go off mood stabilizers and how to determine when I could have another episode. I would like to think that I might never have another episode. At this time I am doing very well, not depressed and satisfied with medicine though I have gained thirty pounds, due to Depakote I guess. I embrace life after two suicide attempts during the depression phase. I have a wonderful family, many ambitions, and financial security. In other words, I was able to recover everything after seeing so many people in the hospital who lose it all. I am grateful for good health but I do fear another episode.
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