Hi, welcome to my blog Rapid Cycling. I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2006 and re-diagnosed with depression and anxiety in December 2008. I have been a depression sufferer since 20 years of age (I am now 36). I have tried almost every anti-depressant available in Australia plus numerous anti-psychotic medications. I am currently taking Effexor XR 450 mg and valium 5 mg when needed. The aim of this blog is to inform sufferers of ways to help themselves perhaps overcome depression or just cope with depression and bipolar disorder. You will find a list of helpful links, groups and articles available. Do let me know how you are going and how you like my blog. In January 2009 I started up a support group in my area for mental illness sufferers. In three months it grew to 50 people via web presence and we got 10 members to monthly support group meetings. Due to lack of funds I have now moved the support group to Google Groups. The support group focuses on all sorts of mental illnesses and services available to Australians. We do also promote international links as well. If you would like to join the Google Group please contact me and I shall send you the information.
My Favourite Bands:
- Marilyn Manson
- Queen
- Manowar
- Cradle of Filth
My Pets:
- Lily – a Maltese Terrier Cross
- Pepper – a Scottish Terrier Cross
My Interests/Hobbies:
- Reading
- Blogging
- Dogs
- Cooking
- Podcasting
- Alanon
- Beads
- Pet photography
- Community Development/not for profit
- Fundraising
- Community events
- Mental illness support groups, fundraisers and awareness days
- Addictions
- 12 step programs
- Online stores
- Networking
- Women’s Health
- Men’s Health
Lily
Pepper
