Going to WDW... with bipolar disorder?

[amanda11]

Before everyone freaks out on me about DAS (I've seen some older threads and they don't reflect kindly on some individuals here), I just wanted to know what can be done for someone with bipolar disorder?

Mainly I might need to go back to my resort at some points to get some rest, reboot my brain, and level out my mood, so that I'm not on a constant high. Does DAS have information on the card itself with specifics? I'm just worried about being locked out of the park, while my family is enjoying the day, all because I have a disability that requires me to get some quiet time.

Like once there is a "lock down" at Disney, what exactly happens? Can individuals get a stamp on their hand and reenter or is that not allowed either?

I guess I just don't get how Disney works.

Info would be very helpful! Thanks!

 

[WedwayPM]

I'm not understanding. Why would you be 'locked out'?

 

[Tom]

Unless you're going to the parks on one of the busiest days of the year (i.e. Christmas, New Years), you're not going to get locked out of the park. Even a 1-day 1-park ticket lets you come and go (to that park) as you please, until the park closes for the evening.

If you're there on one of the days where they experience a phased closing, a disability would likely not grant you re-entry. The phased closings are based around actual capacity of the park (i.e. number of guests inside the gates). They can't override that.

You should be just fine.

 

[unkadug]

I'm not understanding. Why would you be 'locked out'?

I'm assuming she is afraid that the park might go into phased closing while she was at the hotel.

 

[amanda11]

Haha I'm actually going around New Year's, that's why I asked. I guess I'll have to find some quiet time inside the park, although I don't think that's gonna actually happen. Haha.

I'm assuming she is afraid that the park might go into phased closing while she was at the hotel.

Yes, exactly my worry.

 

[Tom]

Haha I'm actually going around New Year's, that's why I asked. I guess I'll have to find some quiet time

Yes, exactly my worry.

Here's a list of descriptions on how each Phase works, and which guests are allowed to enter:
http://www.wdwmagic.com/park-closing-phases.htm

If I'm remembering correctly, I think New Years Eve is typically the only day you'd need to worry about a Phased Closing for that holiday, and usually at the MK.

 

[wm49rs]

Haha I'm actually going around New Year's, that's why I asked. I guess I'll have to find some quiet time inside the park, although I don't think that's gonna actually happen. Haha.

Yes, exactly my worry.

It all depends on what park you choose to visit, for both phased closings and quiet spots to find....

 

[amanda11]

Here's a list of descriptions on how each Phase works, and which guests are allowed to enter:
http://www.wdwmagic.com/park-closing-phases.htm

If I'm remembering correctly, I think New Years Eve is typically the only day you'd need to worry about a Phased Closing for that holiday, and usually at the MK.

That's really helpful, thank you!

 

[PhotoDave219]

That's really helpful, thank you!

With all due respect, as long as you can get to the turnstyles, as a resort guest you should be able to get into the MK.

You may need to be a tad creative on how you get there. If all else fails, buses to Contemporary and walking or buses to Wildy Lodge and taking the boat are never a bad idea.

 

[Matt_Black]

I guess I'll have to find some quiet time inside the park, although I don't think that's gonna actually happen. Haha.

You've not read any of the threads about people napping in Carousel of Progress or Universe of Energy, have you?

 

[SyracuseDisneyFan]

Good luck.

 

[Figgy1]

You've not read any of the threads about people napping in Carousel of Progress or Universe of Energy, have you?

You forgot about the Hall of Presidents!

 

[Flippin'Flounder]

You forgot about the Hall of Presidents!

Or Tom Sawyer Island, a great place for extended breaks.

 

[Figgy1]

Or Tom Sawyer Island, a great place for extended breaks.

YES! It's quiet even in the busiest of times!

 

[LuvtheGoof]

@amanda11 - Is there a reason that you're not going during a quieter time of the year? You sound like a WDW newbie, so why would you pick the most insanely busy time of the year to go? Just askin'.

 

[Weather_Lady]

FYI, if leaving the park is too inconvenient but you need a place to retreat and find some peace for awhile, here are some places recommended for "quiet time". (I'd add to it: Hall of Presidents and the seating/charging areas near Pete's Silly Sideshow in the Magic Kingdom, the walking trails at Animal Kingdom, Walt Disney:One Man's Dream in HS, the American Adventure and the Innoventions buildings in Epcot. Also, I sometimes like to duck into a gift shop when I need a quick "mental health break." They tend to be cool and quiet, and some (like the one near Splash Mountain, which has a rocking chair or two) have seating as well, although in the absence of seating I'm not above sitting unobtrusively in the corner on the floor, like a kid in "time out," for a quick rest-and-recharge!)

http://wdwnews.com/releases/2013/07...ks-let-guests-relax-meditate-smell-the-roses/

 

[bethymouse]

Great suggestion @Weather_Lady

 

[Matt_Black]

@amanda11 - Is there a reason that you're not going during a quieter time of the year? You sound like a WDW newbie, so why would you pick the most insanely busy time of the year to go? Just askin'.

Might not have a choice. If she or a member of her party are in, say, the teaching profession for example, it's either the holidays or summer. Of the two, I know which one I'd pick.

 

[blueboxdoctor]

You've not read any of the threads about people napping in Carousel of Progress or Universe of Energy, have you?

Or Philharmagic, as I have done by accident before. Same goes for Pirates.

 

[Goofyernmost]

I think you guys are missing the whole point. Rebooting means to eliminate all stimuli and even if some of you find those attractions to be boring, they still provide a large degree of stimulation to a newcomer.

If you find yourself in that situation, I would plan that day in Epcot, which has a good NYE celebration and isn't likely to close down. MK would be a major mistake, but, only you know what degree of any of this you can tolerate.