They all are! hahaBi polar runs all through my Mother's side of the family. It's something I wouldn't wish on my worst enemy. Having to deal with clinical depression is hard enough. Just remember, most fabulous and creative people are a little crazy.
I'm glad to hear that it helps. Do you know what strains work best? Dosage and frequency? Just trying to gather some data.
I think you might be on to something here. Many (all?) mood stabilizers (the medication given for bipolar disorder) are anti-convulsants.Bipolar here, Hospitalized twice.
I had never touched weed tobacco or any hard drugs before my first hospitalization or even for years after.
When first diagnosed I was on the pharma train and I feel that personally I suffered greatly because of it. My memory has never been the same since my first pharmacutical prescription and there are now years-long gaps in my long term memory.
For the last few years I've managed well through regular Intense exercise and actively working to remove stress from my life. I even had to quit a very high paying job that would surely be a dream for most normal homo sapians.
About 9 months ago I started noticing early signs of a breakdown including major desire to drink regularly to curb anxiety.
That's when my mj research began and after Months of research I finally tried it out.
happy to say that with careful dosing and scheduled regular use I have experienced some of the happiest and most stable months I can remember. personally suffering a low this week but just reflecting on the happiness and great experiences over the last 6 months puts a smile on my face
The ONE thing that worked fairly well for me other than MJ was Gabapentin. I find that interesting since both gaba and mj are known to have a positive impact on epileptic seizures. Unfortunately my system built resistance to Gaba very quickly, which is not happening with mj - it's taking me 2 weeks to get through a gram and I'm ok with that!
Also have to say, there is definitely no miracle cure for either my highs or lows, mj is only one small part of my mental health management. Much can and should be said for having a loving and supportive circle of friends and family. And for having goals and a focus on positively impacting other people. I'm immensely thankful I have that.
Yes we are definitely thinking along the same lines.I think you might be on to something here. Many (all?) mood stabilizers (the medication given for bipolar disorder) are anti-convulsants.
I had forgotten about the favorable research with MJ, CBD specifically, and epileptic seizures. This makes me wonder if high CBD strains would be more effective than other strains for mood stabilization.
The ONE thing that worked fairly well for me other than MJ was Gabapentin. I find that interesting since both gaba and mj are known to have a positive impact on epileptic seizures.
Data for the repository...I think you might be on to something here. Many (all?) mood stabilizers (the medication given for bipolar disorder) are anti-convulsants.
Girl Scout Cookies works during the day time!I'm glad to hear that it helps. Do you know what strains work best? Dosage and frequency? Just trying to gather some data.
.... both gabapentin and amitriptyline can be really effective for neuropathic pain.I've been curious about gabapentin, as my physical pain is mostly neuropathic in nature. It seems to be responsible for some bad side effects, but still a unique weapon to have in one's anti-pain arsenal.
Fuck yeah man! I have found myself a psychologist who is simialar age to myself (Mid-20's) and is very culturally aware and understanding of my less-than regular cannabis use to reward myself, to sustain my will to go on both physically and mentally, and to alleviate a multitude of symptoms of having a spiritually difficult period of living.the last time I went to a psychiatrist they suggested lithium. went throughvall the blood testing to even see if I was health enough to take it.... ive seen a number of chemical both perscribed and not.
depression is a symptom... not a condition...
while on lithium I very nearly ended my marriage in violence and rage!
my wife very frighteningly suggested I go (smoke at the time) some weed and throw the lithium in the trash...
I am not saying that your doctor is wrong... but I am saying that if you dont feel right with the pills and feel happier with the herb then damn their system for fucking us out of our happiness!
and fuck them too!
depression is a symptom of a number of conditions and disorders...
im likely an autistic... reformed drug user, meth addict and alchemist.... explain that shit to your physician!
fuck their system and their labels
ive lived a life of misery and fables
id just like to turn the tables
so we can be happy too!
GO CANNABIS
I'm in the same camp as @Magic9 ... this is my experience as well.I've found that it helps both the intensity and duration of my swings. It won't let me go too manic, and won't let me go too low. Without it, I go through the full swing (rapid cycling, mixed included).
depression is a symptom of a number of conditions and disorders...
im likely an autistic... reformed drug user, meth addict and alchemist.... explain that shit to your physician!
I relate to you on this one, haha
on a sorta-related note; I have recently met someone with severe Mania. They talk CONSTANTLY, constanttlllyyyy, even 3-4 hours without a break or interuption, constantly going through complex, insightful, open & narrow minded thoughts and opinions, going through phases of low-self worth and grandiose inflated ego and swapping back and forth like there's no tomorrow.
Very energetic, very insightful and involved, very physical and open with his love for people and friends, very passionate, easily irritated and freaked out..
Good guy, but whoah it's a handful! And very intense to be around.
I am finding ways to cope with his intense personality so that I can remain in his presence but its difficult, confronting, verbally abusive and draining sometimes.
Anyone know somebody who has strong manic episodes and can shed some light on it?
I am finding ways to cope with his intense personality so that I can remain in his presence but its difficult, confronting, verbally abusive and draining sometimes.
Anyone know somebody who has strong manic episodes and can shed some light on it?
constantly going through complex, insightful, open & narrow minded thoughts and opinions, going through phases of low-self worth and grandiose inflated ego and swapping back and forth like there's no tomorrow.