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09/14/2010 01:28 AM
Greytabby
Greytabby
 
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hi everyone im greytabby...but you can call me kat...

a bit about me...

i am bipolar..

my husband is schizo-affective

my daughter in mentally retarded and is 26 but functions on the level of a 2 year old..

i am diabetic...and have had sudden loss of 35% of my vision..

i also have meineres disease..which is causing about 40% loss of my hearing..constant high pitched whistling in my ears and chronic vertigo..i am one of Jehovah's witnesses...my friends are supportive...and my faith is a great source of comfort to me...however my counselor said the more support the better..and recommended i join some support groups so here i am...Sideways

oh and i was raped by my father when i was 9 years old..and i guess emotionally im still...9..i have a lot of responsibilities...my husband is disabled..and so is my daughter...they both rely on me for most everything...the stress is great...but i am in no way burdened by them...they are my life lines...i hope all of you will be too..

kat

My friends call me Kat... As a group leader my goal is to lend a shoulder and a hand of friendship... as well as get the same support from some of you... It is not however to give medical advice... I am not a medical professional... and so I cannot play the roll of one... Thanks...

KAT
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09/14/2010 01:58 AM  Top
Eccentric1
Eccentric1
 
Posts: 74
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I certainly admire your devotion to your family and religion. I'm fairly new here and it a great help knowing that I'm not alone. Welcome!
Diagnosis, medication list, quotes and disclaimers not necessary for my message.

09/14/2010 02:10 AM  Top
norma
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Hi Kat!! Welcome to the group. Glad you joined. Here is a {{{hug}}}. Being a caregive can be exhausting and it is good that you are seeking out people to support you. Please join in any of the discussions. In the Lounge section there is a daily thread "Anyone Awake" join in if you would like.
Comments made by me are from my own experience and they are my opinion alone, whose intent is only to share that opinion and not to give medical advice nor discourage from seeking medical help. Medicine is best left to the professionals that is what they do.
"In the time of your life, live-so that in that wondrous time you shall not add to the misery and sorrow of the world, but, shall smile to the infinite variety and mystery of it." William Saroyan
Disclaimer: The information provided in MDJunction is not a replacement for medical diagnosis, treatment, or professional medical advice.

Rest in Peace, Gloria...you will be missed.

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09/14/2010 04:25 AM  Top
boonescreekgirl
boonescreekgirl
 
Posts: 280
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Hi Kat! Thanks for joining our group. I know you will find it encouraging and supportive just as I do.
Melissa

Bipolar I
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Prescription Meds Daily:
Geodon 160mg
Abilify 15mg
Propranolol 10mg
Levothyroxin 50mcg

Previous discussions I participated in:
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09/14/2010 09:55 AM  Top
Joy75
Joy75
 
Posts: 15646
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Hello Kat and welcome to the group. You sure have a lot of responsibility. You are very positive about and I like that about you. I'm so happy you joined. You will find much comfort here and tons of support. We will be here for you and feel free to discuss anything you would like to. I'm sure it gets tough at times and feel free to vent all you want. We will listen and support you all the way. I look forward to learning more about you and your family.
Joy, 37 years old

Blog:

http://www.joylepley.blogspot.com

Email:

simplyjoyful75@gmail.com

Bipolar type 2 and ADD

300mg Wellbutrin
200mg Lamictal
40mg Viibryd
15mg Abilify

I AM NEITHER A PSYCHIATRIST OR PSYCHOLOGIST. I AM HERE FOR THE SAME REASONS YOU ARE. TO GIVE AND RECEIVE SUPPORT. WHAT I SAY IS PURELY MY OPINION. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE.

Bipolar disorder can be a great teacher. It’s a challenge, but it can set you up to be able to do almost anything else in your life. – Carrie Fisher

09/14/2010 10:01 AM  Top
UpdownGirl
UpdownGirl
 
Posts: 165
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Welcome. I'm sure you'll find the people here as nice and supportive as I have. Post often and let us help in any way that we can.
Bipolar I, Mixed, rapid cycling PTSD, Fibromyalgia

Meds:
Saphris 20mg
Trileptal 1200 mg
Amantadine
Lamictal 300 mg
Clonazepam 1mg 3x day
Metformin 500 mg
Propranalol
Risperdone
Switching slowly to Latuda
Benztropine

09/14/2010 10:56 AM  Top
uppitywoman
uppitywoman
 
Posts: 42360
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Welcome Kat. I admire your strength. You are certainly dealing with a lot of stress and yet are taking it in stride. That says much about you and your character. I hope you will this a very supportive group. The people here are fantastic! Join in anywhere you want to. Make yourself at home.
With God, all things are possible

My blog:

http://uppitywomantwo.blogspot.com

Bipolar I

10mg Abilify--400mg Lamictal-90mg Cymbalta--25mg Ambien CR--200mg Topomax--30mg Temazapam--1mg Ativan as needed.


Please note that I am not a psychiatrist or psychologist. My opinions are personal only. This site is not intended to be a substitution for professional care, nor is anyone here qualified to make diagnoses.
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