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pandasss

Updated 1y ago

Dealing with Hypomania: Need Suggestions

I was recently diagnosed with bipolar after a psychosis episode which sent me to an inpatient hospital, I am experiencing hypomania right now but I don't know how to calm down without smoking weed. Any suggestions?

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Derek20

2y

Hi, have you tried seeing a psychiatrist? are you taking any medications? In the beginning, I wouldn't have been able to control myself without weed, but today I take lithium and I'm pretty balanced. I quit drugs and alcohol, I even recently started a new job. This medicine saved me.
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pandasss

2y

yes I see a psychiatrist and they are still testing me on a bunch of new meds, I've heard of lithium and I can bring it up to her, I'm just scared I'll take advantage of it, is it an addictive drug? I'm glad it helped you!!
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jorcwa

1y

Medications can take up to 6 weeks to start working so call your doctor and tell them you are struggling so they can assess the situation

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