Posted by Nala on December 2, 2002, at 16:40:20
In reply to Anyone tell me about Bipolar II?, posted by Greg A. on November 28, 2002, at 13:12:34
Greg,
Hello. I have also recently diagnosed with BPII. However, I've been on anti-depressants for years and just recently (over the past 2 years) I stopped responding to them. In fact, some have made me a little high (hypomanic?) and some just don't work. For the past couple of months I have been on the following: Remeron 45mg, Eskalith 450mg, klonopin 1mg. However, I still feel bad. My dr. describes me as "melancholic". I don't know that I'll ever feel normal again. I haven't had any so-called "hypomanic" episodes recently, however, I really miss them. I pretty much feel nothing now. Mainly hopelessness. I know this may sound disturbing, but I suppose I am. However, I do think that my environment has a lot to do with my mood. I'm happier when there are better relationships in my life. However, I will never forget my most recent major depressive episode. Doomed. I must mention, that I'm 36, however, this disease has progressed. The melancholic episodes get worse everytime I have one. Please don't get offended by my pessimistic tone, but I'm just letting you stand in my shoes for a moment. good luck
poster:Nala
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