Is Bipolar Disorder Treament Possible Using No Drugs?

Question by rock addict: Is bipolar disorder treament possible using no drugs?
Honestly, I am unsure if my diagnosis is correct. I do not have a lot of faith in my psychiatrist for my own reasons. In one 20 minute meeting he diagnosed me with biploar disorder, dissociative disorder and borderline personlaity disorder followed my a heavy regime of drugs. This was 2 years ago. I have sinse left his practice and only stayed on one medication that my general doctor perscribed (Risperdal). I am unsure as to my true disgnosis or if I am truely ill or not? I am staying on the Risperdal because I feel like it does help stabilize my mood, however, this could all be in my head too. I would like to discontinue the Risperdal because of the joint and muscle aches that I get from it. I have also gained 25 lbs on this drug. Any suggestion on that I should do? Do I look for another psychiatrist? Should I attempt a “talk therapist,” should I discontinue the drug on my own? I’m open to opinions. Thanks!

Best answer:

Answer by oceanlady580
you can try no drugs but its not too affective a therapist is a good idea you can more less spill your guts and tell the therapist your troubles. talk to your dr about stopping the rispersal and putting you on abilify it is suppose to have less side effects and no weight gain good luck

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