BP Type II

The latest news roundup

Here is the latest news regarding other individuals with BP:

Ex-Oakland Raider shot by police

Barret Robbins, widely know for disappearing from the Super Bowl a few years ago, was shot several times in an altercation with police.  Apparently, he refused their commands to stop and eventually they had to shoot him when they were attacked.  Can you imagine a violently manic mind in a 6'6" plus 300 lb plus body?  It's a shame he had to be shot, but it was probably the only way to stop him.

Robbins' condition worsens

Sadly, it appears that he may not recover from his injuries.  I am not sure if my earlier statement was correct.  I don't know if he was manic or depressed and attempting to commit suicide by cop.  Either way it's sad.  I feel sorry for him, and I feel sorry for the guy's who were forced to shoot a sick person or else loose their own lives.

Daily Log 1/29/2005

Hello, all!  I apologize for my absence.  As my wonderful wife said, I've been very busy splitting my time between my current job, starting my own business, and my family.  Things have been hectic, but also pretty good.

Daily Log 01/15/05

Trying to do the daily logs on a "daily" basis.  A radical idea I know, but I'm going to give it a go.

Today I put my stability to the test.  I stayed at home alone with my 3 and 1 year old boys and let my wife have a morning out of the house without all the guys bugging her.  Things went well, and I enjoyed myself, but little kids can be quite frustrating, they're as moody as I am.

Should I get treatment?

In response to Lathan's question, yes, you should shine light on it.  Now, if your career is in question you keep it confidential, HIPPA regs pretty much guarantee your privacy.  If anyone discloses the illness without your consent, you've just been handed a very lucrative lawsuit!  If you are in a job where mental health can literally get you fired or removed from duty (if you have to carry a gun or otherwise be armed for instance) I suggest you quietly get an evaluation at your own expense (don't turn it in to insurance) and see what the extent of your illness is.  By paying for it yourself you can be sure no one will ever know.  Once you have the results, then you can make a better decision.

Daily Log January 14, 2005

Wow what a week.  Well it looks like I am going to start my own business.  My partner and I are looking for financing and exploring the possibility of actually purchasing our own building.  It's really amazing when you consider I was contemplating suicide five months ago.  I think I'm getting better, and I think I can control this thing in my head.  I'm not getting cocky though, I realize I have to be on the lookout for cycles.

Daily Log 1/5/2005

I either have to be better about doing these, or quit calling them "daily."  I am still trying to be better about posting, please bare with me.

My wife and I are trying to pick up the financial pieces of my years of manic spending.  I'd welcome any advice anyone has (also if you want to just send money, drop me an e-mail and I'll send you payment information) about dealing with these issues after returning to reality.  I think we can get the mess cleaned up in about five years if we budget and work hard. 

By the way, the request for money is a joke.  Unless of course you really want to send me some.  I mean, who am I to stand in the way of your happiness?

Do Anti-Depressants Cause Suicide?

Recently my wife sent me this link about anti-depressants being linked to suicide.  The article it brings up a lot of good points, but never really addresses the fundamental issue: is this a case of causation or merely one of correlation?  There has been a great deal written on the increase in suicide incidents following the introduction of anti-depressants but little written on what other factors may be playing a role.