Lithium & Bipolar Disorder

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10. Thank you, Multigraincracker

I actually tried reducing the dosage once with disastrous effects. That should tell me something.

A psychologist friend has recommended ACT and DBT and I will be trying them. She pointed out that the thrust of Buddhism is to be mindful of pain and discomfort so that they do not affect you, causing "suffering". But pain and discomfort are part of the human existence in one form or another. For me, it is mental health. For others, there may be some other pain that is a challenge.

I am hoping that ACT and DBT help me "handle" my disorder if/when it strikes in the middle of the day while I'm working and meeting with customers.

Wishing you luck in managing your PTSD.