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Bozo · 05-03-2007, 03:57 AM

I do not know much about bipolar. I know a lot about working an AA program. I do not have any research, but it does seem people become depressed after becoming sober, at some point. I was two years sober when I was hit with terrible anxiety attacks and depression, so yes it does happen.

As alkies, with all sorts of character defects(plus an overactive mind!!)it is so much better to focus on some of the AA slogans. One day at a time, this too shall pass, how important is it, keep it simple, easy does it, etc. Corny little sayings for sure, but a reasonable amount of comfort can be found by living them.

Back to bipolar, there is a little search box up on the right hand side, type in bipolar, I am sure you will find tons of information from past and present posters.

Good luck, and remember, today is all we have. MP

05-03-2007, 03:57 AM	#3 (permalink)
Bozo On The Bus Join Date: May 2004 Location: Brattleboro, Vt. Posts: 475	Hi Hope!! I do not know much about bipolar. I know a lot about working an AA program. I do not have any research, but it does seem people become depressed after becoming sober, at some point. I was two years sober when I was hit with terrible anxiety attacks and depression, so yes it does happen. As alkies, with all sorts of character defects(plus an overactive mind!!)it is so much better to focus on some of the AA slogans. One day at a time, this too shall pass, how important is it, keep it simple, easy does it, etc. Corny little sayings for sure, but a reasonable amount of comfort can be found by living them. Back to bipolar, there is a little search box up on the right hand side, type in bipolar, I am sure you will find tons of information from past and present posters. Good luck, and remember, today is all we have. MP __________________ Signature made by my son Alex.