Catholic Exchange

Mental Illness

I have been Bipolar for years and under control, but now I seem to also have Hypomania.  The medication causes  me to gain an already increased weight!  It is a merry-go-round of emotions in high speed and continually up and down.  My memory is gone.  Time, dates, and everything inbetween.  It is hard to tolerate myself and people in general.  I have begged people to leave me alone but no one listens when I am at my worst.  I end up secluding myself so I won't lash out at them.  I cannot control myself.  Faith at these times elude me. God where are you when I need you!

My husband is having a hard time when both are active.  He is very supportive to me and understanding of my moods.  His LOVE supports me and we have a very good marrige of nearly 25 years.

Because of a back injury leaving me permently disabled, all this is very trying to me.  Please pray for my self and my Beloved.  God Bless You.