It is a chemical imbalance in your brain. Nobody asks for it but a lot of people get it. It´s the only disease that can make you deny its own existence. The idea that no one can see it is a frightening and dangerous thought. How can you explain what´s on your mind when you don´t even understand it yourself?
You never know if your episode will last only half an hour or half a month.
It´s like fighting a war against yourself everyday.
It makes you feel like you are stuck.
It is important to remember: It´s a disorder, not a choice.
Lithium
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Lithium
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