Originally Posted by readerbaby71

When I finally got help for my bipolar and started taking meds, I quit drinking. I knew that drinking was causing me to become more depressed and/or manic while I was under the influence. I think I probably would have ended up in the hospital if I'd continued drinking while on meds. The interactions can be very serious and screw with our brain chemistry permanently. I was tired of being miserable and I will admit it's been (and always will be) a lifelong struggle to maintain a sense of balance. Quitting drinking was one of the best things I've ever done for my mental health.