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Hello I am 56 yr old female who w tagged as bipolar in my 30's. I have recently switched psychciratrists and altering my meds and a change in and clear up my confusion and anxiety. I just started a new job after 2 years of looking for work and not finding it. Right now I am about to lose this job due to the confusion I obviously have. I need to get my head cleared up and my anxiety under control. Can you help?
Hi, I read your query and can understand your concern. Anxiety is very common in people with bipolar disorder. I would have liked to know how frequent are your manic and depressive episodes. More importantly, you haven't mentioned what medications are you currently on, as it will be difficult to comment as such without that bit of information. In general, you might be needing one of the mood stabilisers like valproate or lithium in adequate dose. To take care of your anxiety, benzodiazepines may have to be added. SSRIs might be needed and indicated if you didnot have any recent manic episodes. You can also start some form of behavioral therapy for relaxation. Doing some relaxation exercise like progressive muscular relaxation will definitely help. Discuss all your issues with your treating psychiatrist. Wishing you a speedy recovery.
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Hi, I read your query and can understand your concern. Anxiety is very common in people with bipolar disorder. I would have liked to know how frequent are your manic and depressive episodes. More importantly, you haven t mentioned what medications are you currently on, as it will be difficult to comment as such without that bit of information. In general, you might be needing one of the mood stabilisers like valproate or lithium in adequate dose. To take care of your anxiety, benzodiazepines may have to be added. SSRIs might be needed and indicated if you didnot have any recent manic episodes. You can also start some form of behavioral therapy for relaxation. Doing some relaxation exercise like progressive muscular relaxation will definitely help. Discuss all your issues with your treating psychiatrist. Wishing you a speedy recovery.