Amy0519’s Profile

Close Family & Friends of Bipolar

My mom just recently got diagnosed as being bi-polar and I am looking to understand this disorder a little bit better as well as see what I may be able to do to help her. Before being diagnosed recently she was feeling suicidal and felt she had nowhere to turn to. I want to be a good support to her as well as find out if this is genetic and should other family members be tested for this as well?

Close Anxiety

I have had anxiety and panic attacks since I was a young child, maybe 5 or 6 years old and still deal with it to this day. I am taking medication (Celexa) now for the last 6 years or so to help me cope and it has made a big difference. I still get panic attacks once in awhile, but would like to know how others help to manage with this lifelong struggle and the hardships we deal with in life.

Treatments

Breathing Exercises Somewhat Helpful

Helped to calm me and slow my breathing. I find this is the most helpful technique when I feel a panic attack coming on. Taking deep breaths and closing my eyes somewhere where I can be alone and focus on myself.

Positive Thinking Working / Worked