BIPOLAR

A professional futures, commodities, and derivatives trader of 14 years. Currently, a Senior Trader at a Chicago based proprietary trading firm. Over the course of my career I have literally traded millions of futures contracts. My freshman year of college I dropped out to trade at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and have been trading full time ever since.

Writer. Advocate for mental health issues. Have type II bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and history of self-injury. Mother of adult son who lives with depressive disorder.

My name is Kimberly and I have dark blond hair and blue eyes. I prefer Kimberly to Kim and I get complimented on my smile all the time, so maybe I'll post a picture on here. I have 3 bunnies named Dakota, Bun Bun Kate, and Jack Jack, and they are the loves of my life. I like to read, though I haven't done much reading as of late. Music is my life, I think I wouldn't be able to live without music. I am 27 and I was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder in 2006. Since then I've been struggling with finding the right combination of medicine but I'm more stable now than I was back then. Anyway, I'll have to get back to finishing this later.

First off, and looming largest in my life, I live with a severe mental illness. I have what is designated as "High functioning schizoaffective disorder, Bipolar type". What that means is that I have a combination of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, but that I seem pretty normal from the outside. I have ended up knowing a lot about many mental health topics, as I have been diagnosed with, and therefore studied, almost every mental illness in the book before finally being correctly diagnosed. I do not work outside the home (it is very rare for folks with my disorder to work full time), but I try to be the best wife that I can to my amazing and tolerant husband, and a good cushion and food giver for my 2 cats. I also live with insulin dependent type 2 diabetes, which has been caused by taking an anti psychotic that tends to cause weight gain and diabetes for 6 years. I no longer take that drug, but am on a quest for the perfect medicine, one that doesn't cause weight gain or exacerbate my diabetes, but doesn't cost an arm and a leg every month. Wish me luck! :-)

I cracked up - for the first time - on June 4, 1988, three weeks short of completing my Masters degree in Psychology. Some would say I had a nervous breakdown. The psych ward doctors said it was major depression. I say that I saw just how evil my sin is in the eyes of God and it scared the hell out of me. And, 20 years later, it resulted in the publication of my first book - "BLESSED WITH BIPOLAR." I cracked up, broke down, and de-pressed. I cobbled together some mad reality and blew a fuse. I despaired, decompensated, detached, and derailed. I lost my mind, never to be the same again. Thanks be to God! Praise to You, Lord Jesus Christ! One year later, during my second tour of duty as a psych ward inpatient, I completed my Masters degree in Psychology, taking my final class on three hour passes from the hospital. I woke up in the psych ward, went to class at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, and returned to the hospital for the rest of the day – and night. Now that’s bipolar! Psych grad-student by day. Psych ward patient by night. I have bipolar disorder. And it is a blessing. In addition to helping me earn a masters in psychology, bipolar also helped me to earn a football scholarship to Georgia Tech and a full-tuition, merit scholarship to Law School. It ain't all bad!

Diagnosed with Bipolar I Disorder in 1995, I left the accounting profession in 2000 to begin a new life's journey: to somehow help erase the social stigma of mental illness, particularly Bipolar Disorder. I have spent the last 11 years reading bipolar related books, researching psychiatric journals, magazine articles, bipolar blogs, message boards, online groups, along with developing relationships "in real life" with others afflicted with this disorder. I have learned much and have seen several common threads throughout their lives. I hope to share some of my experience, strength, hope & knowledge with others touched by this baffling illness.

I am a PTSD ( Post Tramatic Disorder), Anxiety and Bipolar II (Manic Depressive Disorder) fighter. I witnessed a mass shooting and attempt rape as a small child that was at the hands of my father while I watched from the back seat of the car strapped in my car seat., then at the age 15 was raped by a classmate in my own home, in my won bed. This blog is about my fight to get to where I can function and not have to worry that trip to the store or the trip to the doctors office. Planning your day around your medication and naps.

Natalie is a freelance writer and mental health advocate who draws on her own recovery from Bipolar Disorder to promote change within the mental health system. Natalie has more than 10 years' experience in community outreach, not-for-profit development, and sustainability. She is also a proud mom of an amazing two-year-old little boy.

I am a graduate of a top 10 university, very successful entrepreneur (only because I can't keep a corporate job), mother, daughter, sister and aunt living with a bipolar diagnosis. And well, I'm struggling. I write these articles to share and to develop a community of support with people who are like me.

Nicole Woodley is an educator and writer. She has been published on www.ehow.com. She also has a blog which is updated regularly. The blog is Nicole's way of documenting her adventures living with Bipolar Disorder. She graduated from Atlanta Christian College in 2003 with a BS in Early Childhood Education and a minor in Biblical Studies.

Hey Sheryl here, Welcome to my Page... I am a Self Motivated Freelance Writer, I am currently writing my first book on "Truth" when it comes to "Love vs. Sex" - that focuses on how us Guys vs. Girls two totally different species - just can't figure each other out... My Guy & Girl Friends alike come to me for Sexual Advice, through our conversations I began writing. I am experienced in all areas of Relationships, Sexual Needs and honestly believe "I" thru my book will be able to shed some insight on Healthier Relationships... I was born & raised in Livermore, CA. on a small farm where Sex was an everyday thing. If you were not compared to the Livestock that was used for breeding consider yourself Lucky ! My Father would use quotes such as: "if you were an Animal you would be Good Breeding Stock cause you have Great Hips". So in other words "You Gotta Big Ass". Now on the other hand - Love and Compassion was extremely foreign, we were taught not to "Love" reason being everything we raised was for slaughter - No Pets, No Love. I suffer from Bipolar Disorder and recently I have "Come Out of the Closet" so to speak. I would love to be able to attend seminars in hopes to become a speaker one day so that i can share my story with others who also suffer from this misunderstood Disorder.

After enduring decades of panic, anxiety, and depression; I worked my way out of the woods. The bonus was finding my life's passion and work. So I went back to school and earned my counseling credentials. I'm reaching out to those enduring depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder on my blog, chipur. It's a haven of sharing, learning, and relief for anyone, really, enduring an emotional or mental health situation. In addition to producing and writing for chipur, I spend a lot of time on independent writing projects, including ebooks. I've been fortunate enough to have articles featured on several blogs. I live in the suburbs of Chicago where I enjoy spending time with my two teenage children.

Jacki is a writer, an artist, a survivor, a crafter, a lover & a dreamer... Jacki lives with bipolar I disorder, ptsd, borderline personality disorder & schizotypal disorder. She enjoys writing about these topics in order to help spread awareness and smash the stigma of mental illness. Jacki also writes poetry and enjoys reading about psychology, true crime & the paranormal. She has dreamt of being a professional author since she was a little girl. When not writing or reading, Jacki spends time with her fiance and their two cats, dances in thunderstorms and creates *impulse art*.

I have 2000 characters to tell you about me. I am crazy. With that out of the way I will tell you I am a published author of a book called WHEN I FOUND OUT I WAS CRAZY. I am a mother of four girls and one boy. I have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, which is very entertaining to family and friends. I advocate for mental health and acceptance. I also have a little thing called Bipolar, and by little I mean it was almost the bane of my existence, a downfall that was so great that I needed hospitalization. That experience alone began journals that gave life to a published book.

Kristine is a development communication consultant, specializing in social marketing and advocacy. Her background in Political Science, History and Literature, combined with her 12-year experience in Communication and lifelong experience as a bisexual and bipolar person, gives her a unique perspective for reading and re-writing the various layers of text that influence policy and practice in the Philippines today.

I am a former elementary school teacher, and I now work as a writing specialist at a community college. I also write a blog called "Tales of a Future Bipolar Mommy." Check it out at http://www.thebipolarmommy.com

Hello, my name is Stephanie Escamilla. I m a single mom of 2 beautiful boys. My oldest son is Nickolas and my youngest is Nathan. I m interested in writing about my experiences as a single mom with a child battling a bipolar disorder and other mental health issues. Please if you re interested in reading continue. I am open to opinions and advice.

I am a 21-year-old college student with Bipolar I. I'm currently studying for my BS in psychology. I like to think that I have an interesting perspective on the world.

Iwas diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder type 1 in December 2005 after my third suicide attempt. My co-occuring disorders are Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, Panic Disorder, Adult ADHD, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder. I'm is working on stabilizing my bipolar symptoms and recovery from self-injury. I have made it my life's ambition to help others affected by or afflicted with mental illness.

David Oliver is one of the nation's leading experts on bipolar disorder. He offers a FREE customized minicourse that reveals proven tips, tricks, and secrets to help bipolar supporters and survivors cope with this disorder. To get your copy, visit http://www.bipolarcente

Seven years of diagnosed Bipolar Disorder tips, suggestions, horror stories, and things NOT to do. What better way to fight the madness but to study it as a hobby, and pick it as a college major? Enjoy.

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I am a divorced mother of two, on disability, raising a child with bipolar disorder. I have a lot of personal experience with issues related to bipolar disorder and MS.

This forty-something mother of two has survived abusive relationships, mental breakdowns, and bipolar episodes with her sanity (and humor) mostly intact.

UIC Student.

I am a 24 year old homemaker with bipolar disorder and fibromyalgia. I've been writing from a young age, and I have recently published my 25th piece.My published works were included in several anthologies, as well as an independently-published collection.

BA, Teachers Cert., Masters Degree from U of W. I am bipolar patient. Lost everything upon onset of symptoms. have studied bipolar.

I'm a freelance Artist/e-Writer.I write about life experiences, issues and events surrounding me--Abuse, Bipolar Disorder, Music and Fashion.I am inspired by the beauty found in the bizarre and abstract. Where it is unexpected and not usually seen.

I spent most of my life as a totally disabled bipolar with Lupus and epilepsy. One day, in remission, and the help of advances in medicine, I went back to work. My life has changed for ever. I write and develop new products. Some with success, some not. But ultimately it is