Bipolar Disorder? Skimping on What Counts?
Published: Mon, 08/17/09
Hi ,
How's it going?
I hope you're having a good day.
There is no doubt that we are in
a recession, and that it's on everyone's
minds.
Many people are skimping back
because of it.
If they have two cars, many are going
down to one car.
If they have a big house, they are selling
it to move into a smaller one.
Those who usually take a vacation are
skipping it this year for lack of money.
People are trying hard to hold onto their
jobs, but some people have lost them
anyway.
Then they are forced to skimp on things.
People who used to eat out a lot aren't
doing that any more - they just can't
afford it.
People who used charge cards, especially,
are finding that they have to skimp on
using them, because it's hard to pay the
bill when it comes.
More people are changing the way they
handle their finances.
They are skimping on things they don't
need.
Because of our economy, many people
have been forced to make changes in
their lifestyles.
But if you or your loved one has bipolar
disorder, there are certain things you can
NOT afford to skimp on.
Many people with the disorder are getting
worse, not getting stable, and going into
episodes.
Do you know why?
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Do you think it's because they want to?
Do you think it's because they are forced to?
I'll tell you the answer.
They are skimping on their medications.
Mary did this -
She cut down on her medications to try
to save some money.
The next thing she knew, she was in a
manic episode.
And then do you know what
happened?
She started spending money
excessively because of the mania.
So she ended up with just the
opposite of what she wanted.
Now she owes even more money,
and is still struggling financially
to pay for her medications.
But do you know what the worst
thing Mary did was?
She played doctor for herself.
She never checked with her doctor
before messing with her medications.
You can skimp on eating meals
out, because you can always cook
at home.
But medications are something that
you just can NOT skimp on.
In my courses/systems, I stress how
CRUCIAL it is for you to stay on
your medications, no matter what:
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There are other options.
For example, if you explain to your
doctor that you are having financial
problems, he might be able to give
you samples of medication.
If you have to pay for your doctor,
psychiatrist, and/or therapist visits,
you may be wanting to skimp there
as well, and put off appointments.
But if you tell them what is happening,
they may be able to put you on a sliding
scale or work out payments with you.
Are you skimping on what counts?
Try to find other alternatives.
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Well, I have to go!
Your Friend,
Dave
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