Category: Neurodiversity

I have bipolar vs I am bipolar

11/8/2019

I have seen people say 'I have bipolar' and others say 'I am bipolar.' Is it just semantics?

Or is 'I am' identity language? For example, I could say, 'I am a woman,' and 'I am a Kiwi (New Zealander)' and 'I am a mother' and 'I am an artist' (even though I'm a 'hobby' artist not a 'professional'). I could say 'I am a merchandiser' (working part-time helps my self-esteem).

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Xanthe Wyse

Xanthe finds creative expression including writing and painting to be therapeutic and helps her to manage her diagnoses of bipolar disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Creative projects give Xanthe a sense of meaning and purpose despite the challenges.

Comments are welcome but no personal attacks nor attacks on others.

Xanthe's opinions and personal experiences are no substitute for independent professional advice.

I have bipolar vs I am bipolar

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