Family & Friends of Bipolar Support Group
This community is dedicated to parents, siblings, grandparents, other relatives and friends of someone who is Bipolar. The purpose of this community is to help families and friends develop greater patience and understanding, as well as maintain a positive, caring relationships with those diagnosed as Bipolar.
It is very sad to see how much a bp loved one can deteriorate when the mania sets in. It's also very difficult when they enter the other down phase. I want to send out a hug, encouragement and lots of positivity. The mania is temporary and so is the downside. May you all continue to educate yourselves about the illness and have lots of hope. Kudos to you all, for enduring and continuing on this journey. Please take care of yourselves and give yourself a pat on the back for all that you do for your loved ones. :)
Yes, it is largely about education and determination. Finding the right meds and taking them religiously. If the meds become less effective over time, it is good when there are loved ones there that the BP trusts who can suggest that other meds be incorporated into the drug regimen.
In most cases, everyone can live happily ever after (relatively speaking). In servere cases, sometimes institutinalization is necessary but the docs tend to discourage this.
thanks again,
--EJ