HI, I found this site while searching the internet about service dogs. I am 49 and was diagnosed with bipolar disorder when I was 29. I was a teacher in a public school for twenty years. I have struggled ever since my first manic and then depression keeping a level, "normal" state of mind, life, and spiritual growth. Right now I am struggling with a new medication which has causes a pretty abnormal manic. I am calling tomorrow to psyc but I already split the pill in half. I have never come out of the beginning of a depression so quickly with a medication...ha now I no why! Yes, right now I am extremely angry at my illness. I am so tired of being different then other people and other people not understanding what my brain is causing me to do. I am trying to learn control but it is hard. Thanks for letting me be a part of all your journeys'

Welcome to NT!
I'm so glad your search for service dogs has brought you to us! This is such a wonderful place to be for friendly support and understanding. You'll be amazed at how many people struggle with these issues. It's comforting for me to know that I'm not alone in my battles and everyone here is like family.
There's also alot of good information about mental health.
There's something here for everyone.
Here's the link to the Service Animal forum:
http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/fo...aysprune=&f=83

And there are aLOT of wonderful folks at the Bipolar forum:
http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum38.html

Make yourself at home! Just holler if you have any questions

It's great that you're here!

Caring,
Rae

Hello Lisa and WELCOME to NeuroTalk!

I see that Rae has given you a couple of links to help you find your way.

Please feel free to roam around and join in anywhere!

If you need any assistance or have any questions please don't hesitate to ask... someone will always be around shortly to help in any way that we are able.

I look forward to seeing you around the board.

Abbie

Hello and welcome to NeuroTalk. Happy to see you have come to be with us. Just let us know if we can be of any help.

There are great number and caring fellow members here, just let us know how we can assist, you will see we are are supportive and relaxing place. Our shoulders are here for support in many ways.

Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Darlene