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.
I have three teenagers and a nine year old. All are bipolar, like me, so we have been told. One teen I doubt is bp, or he may just have outgrown it. One teen is blessedly stable on her meds. My other teen is a big old bully who won't take meds or see a doc and she is out of control. She is hateful and tearing the rest of us into tiny little pieces. She is almost 18, and I cannot reach her anymore. She is always trying to make others feel bad and does not take any responsibility for her own actions or the results of them. She graduated high school by the skin of her teeth, but has no plans to do anything. She keeps threatening to move out. She leaves all the time, to spend hours at other people's houses, where she says she is appreciated, but she usually ends up driving her friends away. I am worried for her, scared for her, but also scared of her. She is beyond my control, and I am afraid, beyond my help.
Because she bullies the other kids and me, things seem much calmer when she is away. It seems horrible to say, but since she is refusing help, I feel like the time has come to protect the rest of the family by letting her (or encouraging her) to move out. It has come to the point that if she wants to go so badly, I don't think I should stop her. She will be 18 in July. Am I wrong to want to preserve what is left of the rest of the family?
Because she bullies the other kids and me, things seem much calmer when she is away. It seems horrible to say, but since she is refusing help, I feel like the time has come to protect the rest of the family by letting her (or encouraging her) to move out. It has come to the point that if she wants to go so badly, I don't think I should stop her. She will be 18 in July. Am I wrong to want to preserve what is left of the rest of the family?
I have 17 year old who was diagnosed with bipolar. I also have bipolar2 disorder. She doesn't want to take any meds. Her dad does not want her to take any meds either. She has a new psychiatrist who diagnosed her with Generalized Anxiety Disorder only. So my girl is taking 25 mg of Zoloft now. She wants to stop taking the meds.
I got divorced last year. My husband couldn't take it anymore. I have codependency also.
I have a 9 year old daughter. I have those two kids. :)
My 9 year old has not gone to a psychiatrist. I hope she
does not have bipolar!I don't think she does, though. I am no
psychiatrist.
I have troubles with my teen. She has always been difficult for me to raise. She will turn 18 in January.
I pray to God that he will help me and my children. I pray that God will help you and your kids, also.
I do not think you are wrong, kryslalee.
With LOVE,
heathercliff
I joined the Friends And Families Of Bipolar Group , here on DS.
I found a lot of help and support there, dealing with BP teens .
Sometimes, to keep your own sanity, and the safety of your younger children, you may have to insist the oldest leave your home .
I know that's a tough call, but it might be needed for the sake of everyone else's mental health
It is imperative.
I was like that when I was younger. They used to call me "Carrie" as in the movie in High School. I have a personality disorder and I am dependent and childish at age 45.
Unless she wants a life of misery, pain and bad choices, it is imperative that she seek help. Therapy and meds are a must and can turn a life around Albeit that my life is still hell, some people see that I am trying to reform so the eariler the troubled teen gets help the sooner things will turn around for her.
Signed,
One who is been there.
Your feedback helps so much. I feel as if for the sake of myself and my other three children, the time has come to let her go her own way and learn on her own. Hopefully she will quickly realize that she does need help.
Meanwhile, it really helps to hear that you all do not consider me heartless. My 9 year old and myself bear the brunt of her verbal and emotional abuse. And that is exactly what it has become- a form of abuse she heaps upon us.
I hope to hear from others as well who are dealing with or haave dealt with similar situations. Thank you to all of you who have replied so far.
Heathercliff: My first marriage and several previous relationships went up in flames. I found my wondeful second hubby online in 2002. I was diagnosed 4 months later. He sticks beside me through it all. He is very strong and understanding, for which I will be eternally grateful. But it took going through alot to find the right person. So do not give up hope. God is my anchor, and I know He is there for you too.
Dancingd: I will check out that group.
4myson744: I was quite out of control for a long time. That is what I fear for my daughter. But you are strong, and making better choices now. That takes courage. Hang in there. I will keep trying to get help for my girl. But I cannot force her, and I feel helpless as I watch her sliding towards a train wreck. May we all be strong.
Kryslalee
I will trust in God and I will keep hope.
LOVE,
heathercliff