I'm 17 years old, I'm in my senior year of high school. I was diagnosed with bipolar II disorder in February, and although I've been taking my medication on time to control it, my depression still recurs. What makes me most anxious is that senior year of high school is stressful, and time simply doesn't wait for me, so there's not much room for me to slowly adjust my state.
Self-soothing methods gradually failed in many mood swings, and I began to fall into deep self-blame, deliberately staying away from classmates and friends, and even wondering if I was incapable of ...... I also wanted to stop, and knew that it was not right, but I just could not control myself.
I always feel overwhelmed, and the sense of helplessness and powerlessness is particularly strong, as if life is completely derailed and out of my control.
My heart is especially panicked and anxious, I do not know what to do, who can help me?
Hey friend, the treatment of bipolar disorder type 2 does require patience and is a rather long process. First of all, make sure you take your medication strictly as prescribed by your doctor, and never stop or adjust the dosage at will on your own, as this is the basis for stabilizing your mood. When depression strikes, try some simple relaxation methods, such as deep breathing exercises, positive thinking meditation, or progressive muscle relaxation techniques, all of which can help relieve stress. Moderate exercise is also key. Running, doing yoga, and sweating can lighten the mood. Don't close yourself off, talk more with trusted family and friends and share your feelings, their support and understanding is important. If the effect of self-regulation is not great, it is recommended to find a professional counselor to talk, they can provide targeted psychological support. In addition, learn to adjust your mindset, accept the state of the moment, do not be too harsh on yourself, give yourself some time and space to recover, take your time, it will get better.
