Hello--I'm new here. I've been taking various meds for BP since 1992 (although it was initially misdiagnosed as major depression). I've been on Lamictal for the past 5 years, off & on clonazepam (as needed) for about 10 years & on small doses of various anti-depressants since 1992.

My question is: I'm experiencing cognitive disturbances--in the past year & it seems to be getting worse. I was always very good at spelling & grammar but now I find myself writing and pausing to think about the spelling of words that I know. When speaking I sometimes can't find words & will trail off without finishing the sentence. I misplace/lose things, forget committments & appointments, etc.

Could this a side-effect of long term med-taking? Is is something that happens with bipolar as time goes on--or both? I'm 55, btw, frustrated & getting worried.

Has anyone else experienced anything like this?
Thanks
V.