Quote Originally Posted by birdgirl73
PB is a wonderfully able young lady. She works as a nursing tech/aide at a major medical center and is also studying English in college. I don't think there's even the remote possibility of SSDI (social security disability insurance) in her future. That's a young lady who's going to do great things. Already has, if you ask me!
Birdgirl, you have no idea how much your words on this topic mean to me. After reading a few of your posts, I looked at your profile and wasn't surprised to find that you were a medical student. Your posts in the medical forum are something I truly look forward to.

I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder 11 years ago; I had a terrible time for a very long time, but now, I'm out of a bad marriage, working part-time, and going to school full-time to get into the medical field, too. I'm able to take care of my child the way a good mother should, and my child is thriving in every way possible.

There IS life after a diagnosis of mental illness. You just have to do whatever it is you have to do (meds, meditation, therapy, etc.) to be a productive member of society.