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Any Ideas on handling mood swings? - 3/17/2008 8:58:32 PM

MissAngelandsub

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I have bi-polar andhave been prescribed a new medicine (plus its that time of the month) and the last few days I have been in a horrible mood and today I even left work early because I didn't want to smart off to any customers and lose my job. Any ideas on how to handle the mood swings until the medicine starts working. Also, it seems when i start a new mood stablizer I end up having dramatic mood swings for a week or so until the medicine starts working a little. Any adivice would be greatly appreciated.

RE: Any Ideas on handling mood swings? - 3/18/2008 12:37:45 AM

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Doctors have a tendancy of starting patients off on too high of a dose of mood stabilizers/anti-depressants......thus causing you unwanted side-effects & many people to quit the meds (my dad's a psychiatrist - oh, how fun that was growing up lol).
I'm on an anti-depressant so I can relate!!! I don't know if your mood swings make you sad or angry or anxious or what..........but what I've always said are the WORST things to do if you're sad/depressed are to lay down/sit & do nothing/and/or sit in a dark room.
I know it can seem impossible to do anything if you're having a mood swing, but it really does help if you force yourself to do something you enjoy.
Also, to chill out, some breathing through a bag helps.
And remember - the mood swings are only temporary!!!
Feel free to write me with more detailed info. if you want *sends hugs to you!*

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RE: Any Ideas on handling mood swings? - 3/18/2008 5:19:59 AM

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What one are you on?

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RE: Any Ideas on handling mood swings? - 3/18/2008 5:39:14 AM

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These medications do take time to work and the body needs time to adjust to them. I assume, like most of us, you cannot "caveman" youself until your mood evens out.

The only advice i can offer (other than talking to your Dr, if you feel you should) is to get a firm grip and use all the self discipline you can muster. Grit you teeth, count to ten, etc, and remember this will pass.

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RE: Any Ideas on handling mood swings? - 3/18/2008 6:09:32 AM

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I've found that antipsychotics used as mood stabilizer make me feel worse (and it doesn't get better...even after months or even years of taking it)

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RE: Any Ideas on handling mood swings? - 3/18/2008 7:35:08 AM

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Doll...
you_really_need_to_communicate_when_you_are_on_a_med_that_does_not_help
after_say_6_weeks_

there_is_no_sense_to_taking_something_that_does_not_work.

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RE: Any Ideas on handling mood swings? - 3/18/2008 7:40:15 AM

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I have...but my psych does not listen to me. She claims it is working even though I have told her that it does not or is even making me worse. Last year, she refused to change my meds even though I was crying a good 6 or more hours a day and I was so anxious all the time and not sleeping. After two years or so of being on the same meds and being suicidal on and off, I finally had to admit myself into the hospital to have them change my meds. And she won't increase it now even though I am on the lowest dose of both meds.

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RE: Any Ideas on handling mood swings? - 3/18/2008 7:44:41 AM

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Good gods.Warning.. hollering about to happen. CHANGE DOCTORS IF YOU DON'T LIKE/TRUST YOUR CURRENT ONE.

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RE: Any Ideas on handling mood swings? - 3/18/2008 7:47:44 AM

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I can't change doctors. (I don't even see a doctor, I see a np.) I have asked several times. They will not let me. And this is the only clinic in my area that takes medicaid.

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RE: Any Ideas on handling mood swings? - 3/18/2008 8:00:52 AM

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I can't change doctors. (I don't even see a doctor, I see a np.) I have asked several times. They will not let me. And this is the only clinic in my area that takes medicaid.

Nope.....not buying this one. If you request to see the MD instead of the nurse practioner then the clinic will set you up with an appt. Something more here than you are telling.

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RE: Any Ideas on handling mood swings? - 3/18/2008 8:12:19 AM

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Well, I have asked my therapist twice and my np once. She says I don't need to see the psychiatrist b/c she already has talked with him about my case and he agrees with how she is treating me. My therapist said that I the doctor said I do not need to be treated by him anymore and the np can handle my case and he is the one who is in control of that. My nutritionist has even tried contacting them to tell them that I need to see the doctor and they won't listen to her.

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RE: Any Ideas on handling mood swings? - 3/18/2008 8:52:40 AM

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They put me on a very very low dose of Tegretol it is 100mg for the first week and then up to 200mg. It is an anti-seziure medicine that they use for people with bi-polar to control mood swings. I tried so much to stop my mood swings but as the day went on my fuse got shorter and shorter and the people I work with could tell something wasn't right with me usually I am smiling and happy and yesterday I was gloomy and not feeling good at all. I work as a cashier so being with a short temper is not something that is helpful when you deal with people esspecially those that think they can gripe at you for something someone else in the store did. I seriously almost lost my cool twice and thought it best to leave sick than lose my job because my moods. They know I am bi-polar and I told them I was on a new medicine so at least them knowing I have a problem right now helps me, I am off for the next two days and I am hoping that these days off will give my body time to adjust. I just need to know some way to keep from going off when I go back to work Thursday the last thing I need right now is to lose my job. (I have worked at this place longer than anywhere else and i am the only one working right now.)

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RE: Any Ideas on handling mood swings? - 3/18/2008 9:25:53 AM

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RE: Any Ideas on handling mood swings? - 3/18/2008 9:31:37 AM

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if you are comfortable doing so, can you talk with your supervisor(via phone...before Thursday) about what is going on...moreso than you already have. Perhaps if you level with them your fear may ease. If you blow your stack they will have an understanding as to why it happened. Anxiousness over losing your job can make this situation worse.

Also, perhaps a call to your Dr to let him know what is happening?

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RE: Any Ideas on handling mood swings? - 3/18/2008 9:43:45 AM

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Mercnbeth well I would take said herb but it makes me sick to my stomach. But if I could handle it lol I would have already tried it.

Well, when I was put on lithium the first time it made me the same way well actually probably worse as that time I was commited to the mental hospital for a week. That was also a very very low dose of lithium so much so I was accused of not taking it. My current doctor doesn't trust herself to monitor lithium levels so she put me on tegretol since it doesn't require I level to be done. I am hopeful that the only reason they are this bad is because of hormones plus the new medicine. I might have to bite my tounge til it bleeds on Thursday tho....not sure how it will be. I do know when I didn't have a ride home yesterday from work I took off walking got about half way home before I called again and told them to tell my father in law when he got home to come get me. I had to get away from wal-mart something about that place was driving me bonkers. I might not have made a sane choice deciding to walk home but I had to get away from that store and had no way to other than just setting out walking. Next time I know it is closer to walk to where my father in law works...I wasn't thinking straight.

edited to add: I have more than one supervisor. Only talked to one she said she would tell them I went home sick but I know people talk. But I have never hid the fact that I have bi-polar and that currently it is not treated which now it is but before wasn't. I told them that the day they hired me because the incident when I got put in the hospital in the long run cost me a job. So, I had no need for that to happen with this one so I was up front with them but now there is more of a light shed on bi-polar and people aren't as afraid of it like they once were which helps.

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RE: Any Ideas on handling mood swings? - 3/18/2008 9:50:10 AM

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Whoa Whoa Whoa

A nurse practioner prescribing nuerological meds that need constant supervision? I'm really insecure about this honestly. The chemical make up of your body not only changes daily but by the hour.

When was the last time you have had a psychiatric eval by a certified psychiatrist or psychologist? I know I sound nosy but I do have a very good reason for asking.

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RE: Any Ideas on handling mood swings? - 3/18/2008 9:59:14 AM

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I agree with LilMissHaven, you should be monitored by a licenced (sp?)psychiatrist at least once every 6 months the clinic my husband goes to evaluates him every 3 months. If they don't back up doll and do what they SHOULD do call the health department in your area. Or find a place even if it is a bit of a drive that will listen to you no matter what you are important and deserve equal respect and care.

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RE: Any Ideas on handling mood swings? - 3/18/2008 10:06:08 AM

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I saw a psychiatrist in the hospital back in Nov...but thats all. Before that it had been a good..year or so? Since I had seen one. My np has never even done blood work either...even when I was taking Trileptal...and she had me on both Wellbutrin and Geodon before I was admitted into the hospital...both are not supposed to be taken with low potassium and I am bulimic.

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RE: Any Ideas on handling mood swings? - 3/18/2008 10:18:59 AM

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I deal with fairly severe clinical depression with St Johns wort and a few other vitamins, its not always perfect, but over the past few months of taking it, Ive gone from a total inability to function, barely able to do anything but cry all day and scream at my Sir and my UMs, to having the energy to keep up the laundry and dishes, keep the house semi clean (ok, three kids, a dog, and a Sir..its never going to be perfectly clean) and also being able to come out of my bedroom to enjoy time with friends and family. When Im having troubles, even with the meds, Ive found meditation can be a huge help..it takes some practice, but it definantly helps.

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RE: Any Ideas on handling mood swings? - 3/18/2008 10:21:51 AM

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I saw a psychiatrist in the hospital back in Nov...but thats all. Before that it had been a good..year or so? Since I had seen one. My np has never even done blood work either...even when I was taking Trileptal...and she had me on both Wellbutrin and Geodon before I was admitted into the hospital...both are not supposed to be taken with low potassium and I am bulimic.

I'm wondering if you realize low potassium has an effect on the chemical balance in your body and sometimes by simply raising the level of potassium in one's system you can create a more stable mood.

I would definately look into getting a FULL evaluation this not only means psychiatric treatment but a complete physical, blood work, pap, everything!!

One of the first things they taught us in premed was to rule out every source...meaning ensure the body is functioning properly before diagnosing and treating a mental issue.

I would also look into homopathic methods of coping with the mood swings such as yoga. Now I know most classes are expensive but most your schools and YMCA's have programs that assist those who need it with the cost.

Unfortunately, there is not anyone out there who is going to stand up and advocate for you so you are going to have to learn how to do it effectively for yourself. First step is by learning your state laws and regs, finding out where local psychiatric facilities that accept medicaid are located and by telling your NP that you do not believe she is treating you properly and would like a referal to a licensed psychiatrist for further evaluation.

If transport is a problem check with you community assistance programs and local churches which often offer free or low cost rides to larger cities for medical treatment.

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