Posted by Susan J on October 4, 2003, at 13:59:08
In reply to Re: when is best time to go off meds?, posted by stjames on October 4, 2003, at 13:55:13
> Motivation gives you strength gives you success, ya know? That brain power means a *lot.*
>
> But you cannot will yourself out of BP. And the more
> manic cycles one goes through case the condition to become worse. The cycles then come quicker and quicker.<<St James, I don't know anything about bipolar disorder, but I guess I was under the impression that Sarita's docs are OK with stopping the meds. I wouldn't advise anything contrary to true medical advice. I thought the doc were cool with Sarita stopping meds at any time, but for Sarita to choose the least stressful time.
And in *that* context, I still think that motivation is key to success and a very powerful tool. That's all.
poster:Susan J
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