Um, well I have to say I don't have bi-polar. (I have depression/anxiety). But I'm a psychiatric nursing assistant, and I work with a lot of young women who do. Here's what I can say: not all anti-depressants cause empty moods. Mine don't. And if you have bi-polar, what they'll treat you with is mood stabilizers. These aim to even out your moods, so instead of the crazy highs and empty lows you'll have something in the middle, without the racing thoughts and stuff but where you don't feel empty. (I know that depressed empty feeling, it sucks.) I would tell your doctor that you've had suicidal thoughts, as that will help them get the right meds. Some anti-depressants can cause people's suicidal thoughts to get worse (very few people, but it does happen), so watch out for that. I've seen a huge difference in bipolar patients once they're on medication, and I know anti-depressants have been a life-saver for me. So I would give meds a try. Are you seeing a doctor now? If not, definitely do!
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