Bipolar Disorder and Work: Why can I work some days and then some days are so hard?

Ah, the essential question about work… why are some days so tough and then the next day you can just get up and do what needs to be done?

It's simply the nature of the ilness.  It is the main reason so many people with bipolar disorder can't or choose not to work at a stressful job. It's hard for us to maintain a consistent work ability day after day. The mood swings often get in the way.  The secret is to find work that allows for mood swings. I know, this is hard. It's very hard, but it's possible.

It also helps to be ready for the mood swings and have things in place to get your work done anyway.  I also make sure I use the good days to my full advantage and work as much as I can. Deadlines help me a lot.  Get it Done When You're Depressed is especially helpful when [ Read More ]


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