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borderline bi-polar with depression

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I marked myself as "I think" because I do believe I suffer from depression and a couple others but I'm undiagnosed. It could all be in my head though.
so No I' havent been diagnosed.

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Yes, I've been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (though that has also been labelled as schizophrenia and bipolar all at the same time), social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder and dysthymia.
These are my current diagnosis' but they change alot (especially the Schizophrenia, Borderline, Bipolar) depending on how my psychiatrist feels that day and if he's actually paying attention or not.

Have I experiences discrimination? Yes, from friends, family (a lot), and in the hospital as well, oh and did I mention family. It really shows you who your true friends are that's for sure. The ones who actually stick by you and truly do care, not the ones who flee as soon as you tell them you actually have a problem.

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Not diagnosed but depression and anxiety. Never had the money or the chance to go to a doctor unfortunately.

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Yes I have. Major Depressive Disorder (or something similar, they've never actually told me for sure) and Social Anxiety Disorder(This one is getting better, now it's mostly performance anxiety).
I honestly can't think of anything positive I've learned from having a mental illness except for the fact that I've become very understanding about other people.

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I've been diagnosed with both depression and anxiety.

I feel that I have been discriminated by my peers leading to social phobias.

I've just been able to learn more about mental illnesses and how actions can affect people differently.

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Have you had a mental illness?
Yes. I've been diagnosed with Depression, Social Anxiety, symptoms of Generalized Anxiety and PSTD.
Have you faced any discrimination for being mentally ill?
Not really, I don't tell people that much however.
Are there any positive things you have learned from having a mental illness?
Yes, actually. I'm in recovery now and I'm learning a lot of new coping strategies and ways to deal with things, so that. and basically, when it comes to mental health it's okay. No matter what you're feeling, it's aright to feel it.

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Also one thing I forgot to add. I don't think it's a mental illness, but it's kinda like it. I'm a serious hot head. I get REALLY angry at times to threateningly scary levels.

I'm that silent time bomb guy who could explode. For that very reason I try to maintain my anger because if it comes out I become the Hulk.

So far it's only come out in verbal levels (like Christian Bale's rant on Terminator set) and I've seen it come out once at a near lethal degree. So, wherever that fits -

Ticking time bomb.... which I hate, btw, but I have spent time trying to learn how to control. Plus any incident that could possibly result in me feeling angry & vengeful, I try to ignore as best as possible. So while I'm working out of the social shell form of the schizoid, think the risk of going dark side will always be there.

Ironically as a writer, it also helps being a bit 'disturbed.' Comically my regular self is very Bruce Banner: small silent and dork type.

The characters I relate to: Griffin (Jumper), Lex Luthor (Smallville), Eddie Brock (Spider-Man), Anakin Skywalker (Star Wars), Bruce Banner (The Hulk)... that probably says something -

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I have friends with depression telling me to get checked out but...I don't know. My parents think I'm fine and I'm far too nervous to do it.

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depends what you meen by diagnosed really

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Have you had a mental illness?
Yes, AD-Mild H-D, and Tourette's (It's not actually Tourette, but it's in the same category and people don't understand what I actually have, so I just called it Tourette). Still have both.
Have you faced any discrimination for being mentally ill?
I get called twitch, because I do. But most people stop making fun of me when they realize that I actually have Tourettes. Others make fun of me more. But no actual discrimination, just harassment
Are there any positive things you have learned from having a mental illness?
Not really, because I've had them for as long as I remember

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i've been diagnosed bi-polar, depressed, add... :P lol

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im getting treatment from my shrink but it seems every so often she changes her mind what its for ...?

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Have you had a mental illness?
I have got a blanket diagnosis: " Psychotic disorder with Manic and depressive mood swings." I don't think she wants to actually give me the definitive diagnosis.

Have you faced any discrimination for being mentally ill?
Only got diagnosed a few days ago. But some of my friends like to use the term psychotic and psycho as one. So I'm now a "psycho"

Are there any positive things you have learned from having a mental illness?
I suppose it's made me more accepting of others. And I think it's made me want to go into the health care profession even more.

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I have been diagnosed with depression and mood swings.
I went to go get back put on medication but my state provided insurance
is taking long and might not approve it.
which i think is ridiculous they approve everything else, and it takes months to get
medication to level my moods?

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Yes, I've been diagnosed with depression.

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Depression and anxiety here, too.

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I voted yes, because I have been diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia & borderline personality disorder

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A counselor I spoke to told me I seemed depressed, and I guess I could probably classify as being depressed. I try not to think I have mental illnesses... I voted for the I think I might have one but haven't been diagnosed.
-Amy

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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Synesthesia
Depression (Bi-Polar)
Social Anxiety Disorder
Paranoia

But you know what, I'm proud. That is who I am, that is me inside. I wouldn't say I'm 'Ill' either.

Adam.

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I completely agree with that quote.

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I have ADD, Depression, and OCD.

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Yes I've been diagnosed with a mental illness. I originally had a diagnosis of depression in 2006 but then it became a diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder in August 2008. Good luck to everyone, and remember to stay strong, whether you've been diagnosed or not.

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I've been diagnosed as both depressed and PPD. (psychopathic personality disorder) And I find both hilarious. Mental "illness" is a perspective. You know the old saying, "The difference between sanity and insanity depends which side of the glass window you're standing on." While I'm sure many of you feel that your disorders are serious issues that you have been stricken with because of genetics, atmosphere, or personal experience, there's nothing that can't be overcome with will power.

I got over my depression by setting out some goals that actually mattered to me. It wasn't easy, but I got it done. You all can too. I've had a doctor look me in the eyes and call me a Sociopath, and to be honest, it hurt. But it was also extremely funny because I didn't care.

Label and diagnose away, in my opinion. I'm still happy and nothing can change that.

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I've been officially diagnosed with Clinical Depression with psychosis and an anxiety disorder *it was not specified as to which kind*. I also have an eating disorder and possible PTSD (I say possible because it has not been brought to my psychologists attention and has not been officially diagnosed).
I have been through a bit of discrimination, some of which was a bit harsh...But I'm still alive and kicking, and that's what counts I suppose...
I'm not exactly sure as to what positive things I've learned. I'll reflect on that a bit later.

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Given a chance, everyone's mentally ill.
Who honsetly can define the word NORMAL?
hahaha
yep, I answered YESSS

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I was dignosed with a few mental illnesses. About a month ago I was at a mental health clinic and they had dignosed me with Post Tramatic Stress Disorder and Borderline Personality Disorder. They refered me to a councelor and she said from when we've meet for the past couple of days... a dignoses but not really... she mention depression with a mixture of anxiety and adjustment disorder. Basically I have Borderline Personality Disorder and Post Tramatic Stress Disorder. They think I have another Personality disorder. Something from cluster A.

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Yes, I have been diagnosed with mental health disorders.

- OCD (more O than C :bleh:)
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Panic Disorder
- Moderate Depression
- Insomnia

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yes i have a mental illness...(i think i have others than depression but you know)

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Care to elaborate as to what you two may have/think you have?

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Have you had a mental illness?
Yes. I was diagnosed to have an anxiety disorder when I was about 16. Went to hospital, took evil medication for two years and basically learned to cope. Never going to be quite alright, though.

Have you faced any discrimination for being mentally ill?
Yeah... I guess. My symptoms attracted quite a bit of attention and people didn't understand.

Are there any positive things you have learned from having a mental illness?
Yes. It made me stronger. It taught me not to judge people by what they appear to be. And that there's always hope.

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I have been diagnosed with Chronic insomnia. Also, I think I have Depression, amongst other things, like Anxiety and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Which have yet to be diagnosed.

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I voted yes - I'm bi-polar.