Finding a suitable job when you live with bipolar disorder is difficult, so I want to share my experience with the job search after my diagnosis of bipolar 2 disorder.

I started working a couple months after I left the mental hospital. I was 19 years old and knew that I needed a job that was flexible. I was good with people, specifically children, and found jobs as a nanny and waitress. As I became better at understanding and managing by bipolar symptoms, I started thinking about my skills set and what I was passionate about and what would work with my bipolar disorder.

We have to be honest, and patient to find our passion. Being productive in society and having a job is a significant part of my treatment. When I am not working, I always find myself in a deep depression. I talk more about that in the video.

What has working been like for you living with bipolar disorder? Has it been difficult finding and/or maintaining a job? Please share your experience or do a response video and send it into info@healthyplace.com. Thanks! Hannah
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MORE INFO ON BIPOLAR DISORDER AND FINDING AND KEEPING A JOB

Work and Bipolar Disorder – Dos and Don’ts for Success | http://bit.ly/2xpW444
Keeping a Job When You Have Bipolar Disorder | http://bit.ly/2uwz5PJ
Managing Bipolar Disorder Symptoms on the Job | http://bit.ly/2De9hA0