I haven’t been writing because I’m dealing with another problem and have a lot of emotional baggage. I can’t even come up with a design for my jewelry. I’ve joined a bipolar group and have signed up to see if I can be accepted in a research trial on a new drug for bipolar. I’ve been told I have dual Bipolar – manic and alcohol addict. I didn’t know what the name was but it all fits. Every time I felt anxious, sad, overwhelmed or any kind of emotion that I get with bipolar I want to drink to make it go away. I’m on to something and I’m compulsively seeking help. That’s what I do. I will let you know how my appointment will go and if I get accepted into the research. I will get free therapy, blood tests, drugs, and even paid for it. Sounds good to me.
When I was in rehab they didn’t discuss too much about the bipolar, but about the drinking. I still think if they had treated the depression and bipolar, I might not be drinking. That’s what this new drug does it stops the craving of alcohol so you can calm down. I hope I get it. If this works it’s been a long time coming. I’m mad that I spent all that time in rehab and no one treated the bipolar. Only with all kinds of medications. People that came to see me couldn’t believe what they saw. I was a zombie. I was in my own little world there and just wanted to be left alone.
I’ll be back with more.
July 21, 2008 at 4:37 pm
I might suggest if I may that you go to http://www.stopaddiction.com and get a copy of a free booklet entitled “Guide to Addiction Recovery for a Lifetime”. There is certainly guilt and depression that usually accompanies addiction. The booklet is an introduction to techniques for handling these that you may not have considered. One size does not fit all. Maybe you’ll find yourself interested, maybe not. Can’t hurt looking at various options. Hope this helps a little.
July 21, 2008 at 4:50 pm
Thank you a lot. If you read on the side bar ” Journaling for Therapy you will find ot a lot more.”
J
August 17, 2008 at 9:45 am
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