There is one thing I haven't mentioned at all, which can be pretty significant. I'm type 1 diabetic as well (since I was 2), and whereas that's a physical disease, the onset of hypoglycemia can cause extreme problems mentally. I've previously mentioned psychotic episodes, both were under the influence of low blood sugar.
Well.... I'm generally happy with bipolar, but would give my right arm for a diabetes cure! Would like to post a link - but it's very unexplored. Seems most articles are about how hypos resemble mental illnesses (I'd say learning disability), not that they actually trigger severe mood swings and psychosis. Hmmmm..... Another thing I should look into. I can't be the only one!
And time for a little rant: don't EVER call diabetes a lifestyle disease. I didn't choose it, and it has nearly killed me on several occasions. And I'm in significantly better physical shape than most non-sufferers!
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