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Too much happy (lemmy.world)

submitted 10 months ago by ickplant to c/bipolardisorder

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[–] [email protected] 45 points 10 months ago (2 children)

I mean, that’s when the greatest threat of self-destruction happens. I spend without hesitation and make other impulsive decisions. And the only time I’ve tried to kill myself was when I was manic and paranoid. Years of terrible depression never got me over that line.

I’m managing much better now.

[–] ickplant 15 points 10 months ago

I totally agree with you and happy to know you are better.

[–] [email protected] 9 points 10 months ago

I'm thankful for that last sentence

[–] Warl0k3 19 points 10 months ago* (last edited 10 months ago) (1 children)

That sure isn't how I've heard people describe my manic episodes. They usually went for terms like "terrifying" and " dangerously reckless". I appreciate that the meds prevent me from scaring my loved ones.

[–] angrymouse 4 points 10 months ago* (last edited 10 months ago) (1 children)

As a type 2, my hypomania is just extreme anxiety with a will to fix it dying. In my case Lithium is holding the line very well as well.

[–] Zerlyna 3 points 10 months ago* (last edited 10 months ago) (1 children)

Geodon has entered the chat. :) I’ve been borderline invincible at work the past two months….

[–] ickplant 2 points 10 months ago

Hey, that’s amazing to hear!!!

[–] [email protected] 5 points 10 months ago

Well, even hypomania (let alone the full blown stuff) is not exactly "excess happiness". Even if you're lucky enough to at least get some euphoria out of the deal, there's likely some cost...