Posted by jemma on June 16, 2003, at 14:12:48
In reply to Re: BPD, GRK, and dopamine, posted by jrbecker on June 16, 2003, at 12:44:54
>GRK-3 dysfunction might partially explain why cycling causes such drastic mood changes, and furthermore, why many bipolars are much more sensitive to dopaminergic meds than their unipolar counterparts.
Hi there - I was intrigued by this statement and I wonder how it fits with my experience of dopamine. I've been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, yet dopamine seems to have a sedative effective on me. Wellbutrin makes me sluggish, and ritalin puts me to sleep. When you say sensitive, do mean that bipolars find dopamine induces mania? I'm trying to find a balance that works for me and counteracts my bipolar depression, and I'd appreciate whatever insight you could offer.
By the way, I always enjoy your posts. You are one of the people on this forum that I've learned a lot from.
- Jemma
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