{"id":1477,"date":"2017-05-22T01:51:08","date_gmt":"2017-05-22T01:51:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/freshhope.us\/?p=1477"},"modified":"2020-06-24T12:54:10","modified_gmt":"2020-06-24T17:54:10","slug":"bipolar-fog-and-thinking-difficulties","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/freshhope.us\/es\/bipolar-fog-and-thinking-difficulties\/","title":{"rendered":"Managing Bipolar Fog and Thinking Difficulties"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\">Sometimes my brain feels like a dense fog. I have trouble thinking for the right word for common objects. Not a good thing for a preaching pastor.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">My memory gets cloudy about recent conversations. My focus is good but my organization looks like disorganization. Once a quick learner it takes time for me to absorb new information. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">There are times when I notice my coordination is not very good. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">I have bipolar <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bphope.com\/the-cognitive-connection\/\"><span class=\"s2\">\u201cbrain fog\u201d.<\/span><\/a> <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Diagnosed with bipolar 2<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>twelve years, I have been in remission for six years.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Yet even in remission I have difficulties with thinking. This cognitive confusion is part of the disease for a percentage of people with bipolar. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">For me some of the \u201cfog\u201d experienced in my depressive episodes continues. I have been surprised about that.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Perhaps you have a similar experience. Here are a few things I have learned.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">There are scientists who believe that bipolar disease may effect the frontal part of the brain where new information, verbal ability, and concentration are processed. The hippocampus is part of this system.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Other researches believe these glitches may be a side-effect of some of the medicines. Others believe that ADHD may be the culprit since there is a higher percentage of those with bipolar that have <a href=\"http:\/\/www.kristen-mcclure-therapist.com\/bipolarandadhd.html\"><span class=\"s2\">ADHD<\/span><\/a> than the general population.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Enough about the problem, what are some things that can help manage the \u201cfog\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">The first step is to discuss this with your psychiatrist. Let her know what you are experiencing. Researchers are actively looking for medication to aid these cognitive difficulties.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Consistent exercise can improve the functioning of the hippocampus in the frontal part of the brain. Exercise can make a difference. Meditation or practicing relaxation exercises can also improve cognitive function.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Personally, I have found that adequate sleep is a requisite for the fog to lift. When I get tired, which is much sooner that it was before my disease was diagnosed, my concentration and memory suffer. I find time in the afternoon to rest when my concentration flags.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Be aware of your coordination shortcomings. Climbing ladders may not be a good idea. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">To assist your memory, take thorough notes of reading material you want to learn. A smart phone with the ability to remind you of appointments or to do lists helps navigate the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Exercising your mind with games, video games, learning activities will help increase your ability to think more clearly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Finally, capitalize on your strengths. Hone the skills that you have, use them to guide you through the fog.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">So what are the spiritual lessons?<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">We all have limitations but we have a limitless God. The apostle Paul was limited by a jail cell, yet God transcended the limits and used him to write letters, letters that make up much of the New Testament we read today.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">\u201cMy dear friends, I want you to know that what is happened to me his help to spread the good news. The Roman guards and all the others know that I am here in jail because I serve Christ. Now most of the Lord&#8217;s followers have become brave and are fearlessly telling the message. &#8220;Philippians 1:12\u201313<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">The gospel spread to the palace through the Roman guards. Other believers found courage to speak about Christ.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">We can read about it today in a letter to his friends the Philippians that was written from jail.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">In 2 Corinthians Paul tells of praying for one of his limitations\u2014he calls it a thorn\u2014 to be removed from his life.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>\u201cI was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me. Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it away from me. But he said to me, \u201cMy grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Keep hoping and coping. God\u2019s grace is sufficient for you and me.<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sometimes my brain feels like a dense fog. I have trouble thinking for the right word for common objects. 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