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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My hubby has bipolar. And to be completely honest I have no clue what it is or what it does to him. I try to understand it when he tries to clue me in but I still cant seem to understand him. I try very hard to be there for him and I want to help him any way I can. But a lot of the time I feel like all i'm doing is upsetting him more. Anyone think they can help me out. Maybe clue me in. hopefully I am not a lost cause. I love him very much. He is the most sweetest caring man I have ever met. I would just like to understand him a little better...thank you
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Your husband probably is as puzzled as you at least at times, and it often seems like it is the environment, not his mood, that is so changeable and unpredictable. So be patient!!
I think the best way to be helpful, is to learn (I still have to learn this) to ask him what he needs instead of offering suggestions - even making suggestions in the form of a question will feel less intrusive.
ie: Instead of saying, "Go for a walk, it will get your mind off things" you could say, "Do you think going for a walk would help you get your mind off things?" That way, he won't feel like he's being told what to do, he can still decide for himself.
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