Newly diagnosed

[michaeldh92647]

I was diagnosed with bi-polar disorder a few months ago. Right now the only medication I'm taking is Resperdal (I think thats how its spelled). Its a major tranquilizer, mood stabilizer and anti-psychotic. I've been thinking maybe I need more meds or something. Right now I am having thoughts of doom and gloom. I feel really depressed. I've been feeling like I deserve to die for having been a sinful person in the past. Stuff like that. I guess I just need a pep talk and some advice on some of the meds I can maybe bring up to my doctor. I don't feel like I can discuss this with my wife because she'll just roll her eyes. She doesn't like the bi-polar thing I don't think. Anyways everyone take care and God bless.

 

[Soulwings]

God forgives you, friend. He forgives you for everything that you have ever done in your past, no matter what it is. As long as you ask for it, He will give it. He is a merciful, gracious, loving, caring Father, and He wants the best for His children, and you are indeed one of His children!! You do not deserve to die for your sins, since Jesus has taken that necessity away from us by dying and arising so long ago. Life is what you have been given - if death were what you deserve, God would have given you such. Our deaths should not be in our hands, only in God's. He creates, and He takes away. When it is your time, He will take you away. But not before then, unless you rush it and take your own life - not what He planned at all!!

I'm sorry that your wife doesn't like the whole bipolar thing... it's hard sometimes for people to accept that their dear ones are struggling with something difficult to pin down and fix. Physical pain is one thing, but mental pain - whole 'nother story!! Talk with your pdoc about your meds - I don't think that Risperdal is enough for bipolar, but it depends on how well it manages your mood, and what dose you are taking. I am on four meds, but they are all to balance out different things. I would ask about different meds, maybe ones that are meant more for bipolar and less for psychoses (unless you indeed struggle with psychosis). Of course, we the none of us on here can truly guide you as far as meds and dxes go - so I will leave it at that - encouraging you to ask your pdoc about med switches/changes/additions.

We are all here to support - feel free to ask for more - I am glad that you posted, for the people on this board are super supportive and blessings to many.

Oh, and welcome to CF!

 

[Jeshu]

I was diagnosed with bi-polar disorder a few months ago. Right now the only medication I'm taking is Resperdal (I think thats how its spelled). Its a major tranquilizer, mood stabilizer and anti-psychotic. I've been thinking maybe I need more meds or something. Right now I am having thoughts of doom and gloom. I feel really depressed. I've been feeling like I deserve to die for having been a sinful person in the past. Stuff like that. I guess I just need a pep talk and some advice on some of the meds I can maybe bring up to my doctor. I don't feel like I can discuss this with my wife because she'll just roll her eyes. She doesn't like the bi-polar thing I don't think. Anyways everyone take care and God bless.

Be welcome my friend!

You have a hard road ahead!

Depression is hard as it uncovers unlovingness - towards God, self and neighbour - however unlovingness is cursed so we who feel this hurt bad!

Good for you Jesus is the Truth of God's Love, just what you need right now. I good trustworthy friend. Know in Jesus you got One like that!

His loving truth will destroy your unloving lies if you believe the Truth Joy will come - even when you are down, if you do not believe your pain will become worse as unlovingness will bite you deeper still.

You got the maker of Bi-polar to thank for that - sinful wicked Satan!

You may hate Him! That's okay but please do it politely, as we don't want to hate like the devil now do we!

And so after you learn to understand and do this your lot will improve considerably.

Here read about Jesus victory for you - as you will reign with Christ one day soon!

psalm 21

O LORD, the king rejoices in your strength.
How great is his joy in the victories you give! You have granted him the desire of his heart
and have not withheld the request of his lips.
Selah
You welcomed him with rich blessings
and placed a crown of pure gold on his head.
He asked you for life, and you gave it to him—
length of days, for ever and ever.
Through the victories you gave, his glory is great;
you have bestowed on him splendor and majesty.
Surely you have granted him eternal blessings
and made him glad with the joy of your presence.
For the king trusts in the LORD;
through the unfailing love of the Most High
he will not be shaken.
Your hand will lay hold on all your enemies;
your right hand will seize your foes.
At the time of your appearing
you will make them like a fiery furnace.
In his wrath the LORD will swallow them up,
and his fire will consume them.
You will destroy their descendants from the earth,
their posterity from mankind.
Though they plot evil against you
and devise wicked schemes, they cannot succeed;
for you will make them turn their backs
when you aim at them with drawn bow.
Be exalted, O LORD, in your strength;
we will sing and praise your might.

 

[madison1101]

I do not believe it is appropriate for anyone here to name medications to recommend to your doctor. Your doctor is the expert, assuming the doc is a psychiatrist, on what medications are appropriate for your symptoms. You should call the doc and get into see him/her right away to discuss these symptoms. Ask for an antidepressant. Be totally honest about the doom and gloom and self-loathing you feel.

Also, if you are not in therapy, I recommend you get therapy to help you learn cognitive coping skills and well as other coping strategies for managing your moods and behavior. Medication is not the only thing that helps with bipolar disorder.

Hang in there.
Trish

 

[Alive4Evermore]

Hello, and welcome to Christian Forums. I've just been recently diagnosed with Bipolar also. I'm new to all of this. I finally came to the point of admitting that I can't cope with it all on my own and that I need help. My husband and I are currently discussing our options, and I'm praying for G-d to guide my steps in all of this. I finally mustered up enough courage to come into this forum, seeking fellowship and encouragement. I'm here to learn and offer support, prayer, and encouragement whenever I can.

In His Service,
Aliveforevermore

 

[madison1101]

Hello, and welcome to Christian Forums. I've just been recently diagnosed with Bipolar also. I'm new to all of this. I finally came to the point of admitting that I can't cope with it all on my own and that I need help. My husband and I are currently discussing our options, and I'm praying for G-d to guide my steps in all of this. I finally mustered up enough courage to come into this forum, seeking fellowship and encouragement. I'm here to learn and offer support, prayer, and encouragement whenever I can.

In His Service,
Aliveforevermore

Hello, and welcome. I am fairly new to this particular forum myself, as I was only diagnosed with Bipolar in the past few months. God bless you as you begin your recovery journey.

 

[Alive4Evermore]

Thank you, Madison.

 

[Jeshu]

Hello, and welcome to Christian Forums. I've just been recently diagnosed with Bipolar also. I'm new to all of this. I finally came to the point of admitting that I can't cope with it all on my own and that I need help. My husband and I are currently discussing our options, and I'm praying for G-d to guide my steps in all of this. I finally mustered up enough courage to come into this forum, seeking fellowship and encouragement. I'm here to learn and offer support, prayer, and encouragement whenever I can.

In His Service,
Aliveforevermore

Hi alive

Please know you are loved in Heaven and we do our best to do the same. This site has very good support and resources galore.

That Jesus will bless you with Peace.

Gerry