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March 8, 2006, 8:37 am PST
also worried
Quote From: cvalenta1Dr. Phil hit on some very important point and topics yesterday on the show, but I also feel that he left out the manic depressive part of being bi-polar. I am bipolar and I am afraid that if any of my co-workers or friends watched the show that they will think of me that way and I am in no way like either guest. I have been in and out of hospitals and this last visit was because I had taked myself off my meds (big mistake)!! Because of not being on my meds I had an affair and do not remember any of it, now I am getting better had to have ETC's (they are not as bad as you think) but now going through a divorce and I am afraid I will loose custody of my children because of my disorder. HELP! Dear Worried. I really think that Dr. Phil only added to the stigma and stereotype of this disorder. I also was tempted to call in sick today for shame and embarrasment, and I feel like the show only contributed to people who already like to sensationalize the disorder, and get juicy bits of gossip. But I got up and went with my held high, and if the conversation comes up about the Dr. Phil show, I think I will mind my business and do my work. I don't think I can change peoples attitudes. Too bad Dr. Phil allowed the word "psycho" to be used on his show. It's a word that is thrown around all too freely, and a word that cuts through me like a knife in my heart. Stay on your meds, continue treatment, and get as much self help as you can. I am a spiritual person and my faith has helped me a great deal. Also support groups like DBSA (Depression and BiPolar Support Alliance) can be very helpful and accepting. They have on line groups and local groups. People with BiPolar disorder can be and are contributing members of our society. Hold your head up high, take care of yourself, and best of luck with the situation with your children. God Bless you and Keep you.
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