I was diagnosed last November. 

Currently on lamotrigine, Zoloft and Adderall. Trazodone for sleep. It's not great for me (trazodone).

This combo is rough. I don't sleep - I just zone out and stay awake. Till 5am and then drag ass the next day after waking up late.

I am underemployed right now at an organization that I love and have volunteered for - trying to earn a full time position and just feel like I'm underperforming due to focus, caring, etc. I've had some low manic episodes lately too. More frequently. 

I want to invest in Therapy but I also want some of the med stuff worked out. This combo isn't helping. 

**The Ask: What is the best way to address these changes? I have a new psychiatrist and my navigation/connection with her isn't established. My old guy would have been super easy to talk to.** 

*I immediately accepted the diagnosis - bipolar disorder is on both sides of my family.* 

**Now almost a year later, I'm finally accepting the diagnosis.** 

*Has anyone else had a similar experience? Just looking for feedback on that.* 

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***Thank you if you have any thoughts to share. Please take care of yourselves today.***