Risk Factors
There is no single cause for bipolar disorder. Scientists are still learning about the possible causes of this disorder, but
Category: Lived experience
Hypomania isn’t the fun superpower it seems: this is how it feels on the inside
A typical hypomanic episode For me, it starts in my chest…well just a bit lower. What I suppose you’d call
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Let’s talk Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
PMDD is a severe negative reaction to the natural rise and fall of estrogen and progesterone. It is a disorder in the brain’s ability to adapt to hormone changes. … Continue readingLet’s talk Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
Psychiatric medication and FND
Functional neurological disorder (FND) is a problem largely impacting the function of the brain. It is considered a condition directly at
How to survive Section 2 Life
Concentrate on your well-being – say to other patients if they try to rely on you to heal them “I
Just Another Moody(Manic) Musician
My name is Lance Merrick, aka BbqDad. I have bipolar disorder with features of psychosis. I live in Alaska. For
The Uninvited Ghosts : Realising When Depression Has Arrived
How long had he been sat there, with his empty and emotionless eyes? Quiet, but with a slowly consuming presence. He must have crept inside in complete silence and sat, enjoying being undetected thanks to the busy and distracted period of my life. … Continue readingThe Uninvited Ghosts : Realising When Depression Has Arrived
Messy Life
I have always struggled with keeping my room clean. Even as a child. It wasn’t for my parent’s lack of
Bubblegum Medicine
** Trigger warning: psych ward/mental hospital, manic episodes ** ** Content warning: cursing and just generally chaotic energy ** I
What Does Mania Feel Like?
Mania feels amazing.
It’s what I imagine ecstasy would feel like. … Continue readingWhat Does Mania Feel Like?