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I have been a patient of bipolar disorder since the last 22 years. Since my

first attack, my life has not been stable. My parents are always worried about
proper treatment, food and sleep. But my best friends Shivani and Preeti make
me feel better and have changed my life. They are my inspiration and I love,
respect and adore them from the bottom of my heart. I am confident that I will

get better soon.
-Mihika

I took my mommy to the doctor a few months back as I was very worried

about her behaviour change. She suddenly started throwing tantrums and
showed aggression towards the neighbours. She started shopping a lot and

this disturbed our family‘s budget.

Our family physician succeeded in convincing her to visit a psychiatrist and

she was diagnosed with bipolar mood disorder in manic form. She is very well
now with the medication and everything is alright with her behaviour patterns.
She is now a rock for all of us.
-Maria

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