"The lesson [Henry David Thoreau] had taught himself, and which he tried to teach others, was summed up in the one word 'Simplify.' That meant simplify the outward circumstances of your life, simplify your needs and your ambitions; learn to delight in the simple pleasures which the world of Nature affords. It meant also, scorn public opinion, refuse to accept the common definitions of success, refuse to be moved by the judgment of others. And unlike most who advocate such attitudes, he put them into practice." (Walden and Other Writings by Henry David Thoreau--Edited and with an Introduction by Joseph Wood Krutch, Bantam Books, 1962, P. 1)

Saturday, October 6, 2007

Identified

After four sessions with a PhD Psychologist, the diagnoses are in: I have bipolar disorder and AD/HD.

I'm glad to have that part completed, and to soon begin medication and therapy. Stress plays a huge factor in my symptoms, so I am looking forward on learning how to better deal with the parts of my life which are beyond my control.

If anybody knows of a book out there titled something like How to Parent Your AD/HD and Bipolar Drug-Addicted Adult Child When You Have Bipolar Disorder and AD/HD Yourself, please let me know where I can buy it. (Unfortunately, I don't think that such a book exists.)

I am thankful for informed and kind professionals, for modern medications, for books and experienced others, and, especially, for a loving God who hears and answers prayers. I have great hope for a shining future. I'm on my way.
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3 comments:

Anonymous said...

Sounds like a case for Dr. Phil! And I'm serious! I'm glad you have a path to follow with your latest diagnosis - would love a good chat about it. Bless your heart! Check out drphil.com - might find some support. Love!!!

October 9, 2007 at 7:28 AM
Emily A. said...

I'm happy to hear you are moving onward and upward. Things will only get better from here.

October 14, 2007 at 9:08 AM
Emily A. said...

P.S. Who the crap is Guido?

October 14, 2007 at 9:08 AM

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