PatientsLikeMe : new_me's Mood Conditions Profile

new_me

Female, 42 years
Austin, TX

new_me: Data Quality: 3 stars; Bipolar; Depression: 2; Emotional: 2; Compulsion: 1; Anxiety: 1; Mania: 1; Physical: 1; External Stress: Severe; Rx Therapy; 42 F; Function: Moderate; Distress: Low; See profile

Member since: 04/08
Last updated: 08/31/08

Condition Summary
Bipolar

About Me
I'm 42 yrs old and I have a dual diagnosis of binge eating disorder and bipolar II. I know I've had both since elementary school, but wasn't diagnosed with the eating disorder until 11 yrs ago, and with bipolar disorder until a little over 3 yrs ago. I have 2 children (ages 6 and 12) that live with my husband and I and 3 step-children that live out of state with their mom. Being bipolar (or having bipolar disorder - however you care to look at it) is both a blessing and a curse, but I'm trying to learn to make the best of it regardless. I'll write a long bio soon to share more of my story.