Bipolar Disorder Support Group
Bipolar disorder is not just a single disorder, but a category of mood disorders marked by periods of abnormally high energy and euphoria, often accompanied by bouts of clinical depression. This is the place to talk about your experience with bipolar disorder, learn from others' experiences, and find support.

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This is my first topic and wow, what a starter. I found out I was BP about four yrs. ago and was put on Lithium. Other than that I haven't sought out any other form of treatment or knowledge until now. I am seeking therapy and as much knowledge as possible.
Anyways my issue is this. My daughter, who is eight, pulled my mom aside to have a chat with her the other night. It turns out that she is feeling like she can't do anything right, like she is not smart and somewhat hopeless. She is feeling like I get mad at her a lot, and obviously, like she can't talk to me about what is going on with her. She has also just expressed that her teacher is yelling at her in class in front of the other students. Of course she is embarrased and feels demeaned. She is very unhappy in life. AT EIGHT!!
I feel very responsible, as well I should, I just don't know what to do. While the yelling has been a problem between us it improved by leaps and bounds in my opinion. I understand that it doesn't make up for the past. What am I to do? I'm trying to get both of us into therapy and I want to get her tested for ADD because I think that they may be an issue as well. I obviously am not able to handle this on my own, but until I can find a professional do any you have any input? Please!!!
Anyways my issue is this. My daughter, who is eight, pulled my mom aside to have a chat with her the other night. It turns out that she is feeling like she can't do anything right, like she is not smart and somewhat hopeless. She is feeling like I get mad at her a lot, and obviously, like she can't talk to me about what is going on with her. She has also just expressed that her teacher is yelling at her in class in front of the other students. Of course she is embarrased and feels demeaned. She is very unhappy in life. AT EIGHT!!
I feel very responsible, as well I should, I just don't know what to do. While the yelling has been a problem between us it improved by leaps and bounds in my opinion. I understand that it doesn't make up for the past. What am I to do? I'm trying to get both of us into therapy and I want to get her tested for ADD because I think that they may be an issue as well. I obviously am not able to handle this on my own, but until I can find a professional do any you have any input? Please!!!
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As another BP mommy I'd say just posting this and seeking out help as well as looking into therapy means that you are a good mom.
Keep asking for help. We all have to from time to time.
Best wishes!!! xoxoxo
i tell myself that you do not know what you have until it is gone. treat your daughter as though you are going to lose her, as one day you will. hopefully all of the time until then will be well spent.
BABY STEPS:
I have learned not to blow up as much by LOTS OF MEDITATING AND BREATHING I have learned patience out of fear of them developing BPD, and BP like I have.
I have learned that If I was in a bad mood to tell them I was going in time out and that if they did not want me to yell they would do whatever they wanted AS LONG AS THEY WERE QUIET.... Daddy took care of any messes the kids made like blankets all over the air hockey table to make a tent.
It is difficult I still loose it more then I would like but not as bad as I did before. I think this year has changed so much with the kids Because I changed even more.
Tea and biscuits or popcorn and a movie snuggled in my bed in warm PJ's with the kids seems to help motivate them to help me by listening to what I have asked.
I also learned to simplify their tasks only having them do one thing at a time, ie: Please clean your desk Oh that looks great what do you think we could do about your bed. i know it sounds silly but they are less overwhelmed.
I got that last tip from a Department of Social Services child developement speacialist that was assigned to my case!!!!! Thank god I got them out of my life!!! However ir has been a very useful tip!!!
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peace, t