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Sylvia4648"I have suffered from depression most of my life, but had some long, non-depressed times. The last 16 years have been an on-going, constantly worsening nightmare for me medically, socially and with my family. 11/2008 to the present has been the worst time in my life, and new things just keep piling up. During that time I’ve gone from being mostly homebound to being totally homebound due to the errors of about 2 dozen doctors who overmedicated me so badly that I came home w/ 4 conditions I didn’t go in with. I spent months wanting to die, and finding MDJ may well have saved my life. It’s one of the worst feelings to know that nobody on earth needs you for anything; but now that I’ve been a group leader for awhile, there are people here who need me. Thanks MDJ." (Sylvia4648)

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06/02/2009 09:15 PM
bobbi0513
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I joined well over a year ago but didn't really sign up until tonight. Glad I found you!

I am here because bipolar is kicking my ass. I am 44 and was diagnosed when I was 38. The 20 years before that I was treated for depression.

I look back at my life and all I see is a huge heap of carnage: drug/alcohol abuse, hospitalizations, job terminations, chronic unemployment, legal troubles, reckless spending sprees, divorce, a DWI, child custody lawsuit, infidelity, blah blah blah. I have no one but myself to blame for almost all of these events. And what's next? Incarceration? I'm scared.

I'm tired of feeling sorry for myself and I want to dig myself out of this hole. Meds and therapy just aren't enough. I am hoping to find some help in dealing with life's bipolar challenges. I know life can be much better, but I need motivation, coping strategies, success stories, and advice to make that happen. I really need your help. Thanks.

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PS Does anyone know how to make the text here left-justified? Also, is it possible to change your username?

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06/03/2009 08:28 AM  Top
MissStacey
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fisrt off I will tell you how to change your name click on My profile under your picture, then on the right click on update profile then in the top middle click on contact info that is where your profile name is. Enter in your new name and hit save changes. Second WELCOME to the group. You have come to the perfect place to find support. There are many caring and supportive people here. Many of the mistakes you made in the past you will eventually need to let go of. They are exactly what I just called them Mistakes. You sound like you are trying to get your life back in order and I am confident you can do that, you just need to be too. I am here for you. Have a wonderful day!!! Smile
I suffer from Rapid Progressive MS, Lupus, Fibromyalgia, Epilepsy, Migraines, Neuropathy, IBS, Narcolepsy, Arrythmia, Arthritis and too much more complete list on profile.

"Just because we have the right to disagree with a person, does NOT give us the right to disrespect that person."

I'm not currently active due to many personal and medical issues. I will not be participating in MDJ for awhile, my thoughts and prayers are with everyone. I hope everyone is well and I appreciate all of the thoughts, kind words and messages. I have tried to respond as much as possible and apologize if I have not gotten back to everyone. Love & Hugs, Stacey
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