RENALEI
10-22-2004, 04:57 AM
Quick question to anyone diagnosed with BP. Is it possible to treat BP without meds? In other words, can psycho-therapy be sought to help cope with BP without having to drug myself hoping that the set of meds will "help" stablize moods/thoughts/etc.? I have been told recently that I may be BP and am in the process of seeing a psychiatrist for the first time to help correctly diagnose me.
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analog2000
10-22-2004, 05:54 AM
Is it possible to treat BP without meds?
Absolutely, in the same way that you could treat cancer, diabetes, etc. without meds. Bipolar disorder is a medical condition like any other.
Like any disease, there are alternative treatments. Some people will do well with them, many won't. If after talking to a doc you want to start with psychotherapy and hold off on meds, do it. But don't rule it out as a possibility for later.
I understand if you are concerned about side effects. But with some work and some trial and error, almost everyone can find a med regimen. One that controls your symptoms, but doesn't have excessive or intolerable side effects.
Good luck.
Absolutely, in the same way that you could treat cancer, diabetes, etc. without meds. Bipolar disorder is a medical condition like any other.
Like any disease, there are alternative treatments. Some people will do well with them, many won't. If after talking to a doc you want to start with psychotherapy and hold off on meds, do it. But don't rule it out as a possibility for later.
I understand if you are concerned about side effects. But with some work and some trial and error, almost everyone can find a med regimen. One that controls your symptoms, but doesn't have excessive or intolerable side effects.
Good luck.
mudhound
10-22-2004, 08:50 AM
I guess one could try. I can not immagine life with the wife without meds.