I am a nursing student and I also have bipolar disorder (type 1). I had the exact same fears when I started nursing school. I am very fortunate. I have an excellent doctor and my family and friends are very supportive. I take my medication, exercise, eat healthy and ask for help when I need it. My advisor is aware that I have this condition and she is very supportive. I currently have a 4.0 GPA (I'm in the 2nd semester of my RN program). Take care of yourself, find people that are supportive and you will do well. I believe that our suffering makes us better nurses, it makes us more compassionate. Also visit your college's office for students with disabilities. They are there to help. Good luck to you. You can do this!