Do you know of anyone who hurt themselves or someone else because of bipolar? I have a friend who is bipolar and am getting scary answers on another question regarding same issue. Do you or the person with the bipolar tend to start yelling at people on purpose just to get them mad at you? I mean even if they didn't do anything wrong? I know this sounds insane and I know he's not "insane". I fear something bad is going to happen to him in the near future (bad break-up) and it will NOT be a pretty site. Anything you can offer, I'd appreciate because I'm scared for him and his thoughts are WAY out of it right now. He's up right now but it won't be long before it goes the other way. He took meds a long time ago and went to counseling and he won't do it anymore. I feel like if I press the issue, he's just going to get mad and disappear from me. What kind of experience have you or others had??? HELP AND THANK YOU!!
2006-06-06 06:50:30 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
People with BP disorder and with depression have higher than normal rates of suicide. Some people are better able to cope with their disorder, such as when they are down, but a stressful event like a breakup can trigger feelings of despair and helplessness, even suicide.
You should definitely be there for your friend and try to help them out by telling them that things will get better. But you have to keep in mind that with a disorder like BP, your friend should take their medication, and the medication may be the only effective way to get them back on track. Try to talk to them and help them understand why it is important to take the meds, but don't say "Take the meds so you don't go suicidal." Just offer reassuring words and help them understand why the meds are important. People with BP aren't "psycho" so you don't have to pretend with them. Just be honest but reassuring.
2006-06-06 07:00:42 · answer #1 · answered by bloggerdude2005 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
My boyfriend is bipolar and its not easy. Its not really easy to do anything with him. Its hard to get him to take his medication, talk to me or anything. Everything is a huge struggle. However it has all been worth it. No one understands why I stay because he can be really rude and violent. The thing they don't realize is that he can't help it. He's sick so I should just give up on him? If he was blind or was paralyzed.. I should leave? He's been my friend since before I can remember and the good out weighs the bad. The only way I do get him to take his medication is by explaining that if he doesn't take it he could hurt me, or someone else he loves. I also got the idea from the movie 50 first dates, to video tape him when hes having a really horrible and violent episode. I show him that tape when he really gets discouraged from taking the medication. Then he realizes the horrible person he becomes and takes it and even goes to counseling. I also suggest you explain that not taking medication and getting help will result in tragic consequences like losing you and his other relationships or worse hurting someone. Be patient and be understanding be firm but don't be demanding. Also be careful because if it gets bad they do have the capacity to hurt you physically. Be sure to explain your concern for his health and well being, that you care way too much for him to stand by and watch him suffering.
2006-06-06 14:02:12 · answer #2 · answered by prettypinkmistake 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have a family member who is bi-polar. He is fine as long as he is on his meds. Yes, when off his meds he is violent and aggressive, also extremely depressed, refusing to eat or even get out of bed.
Bi-polar is chemical, and the meds are necessary. He should really go back and get checked, get meds and that will level him out. Meds are necessary!!!
2006-06-06 13:56:58 · answer #3 · answered by PariahMaterial 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
bi-polar disorder is a chemical disruption between the two halves of the brain. depending on which of the two manifestations which occur, manic or depressive, the person suffering the dis-order will be a danger to himself (may result in suicidal tendencies, depressive) or to others (may do physical or emotional harm to another, manic). If you know either to be the case, contact a local mental health professional immediately. someones life may depend on it!
2006-06-06 14:01:14 · answer #4 · answered by de bossy one 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My answer is to let this person go, apparently he has his mind made up by refusing to continue drug and mental therapy. In my experience the problem is much larger than yourself, if you continue to be close YOU MAY BE THE ONE to be physically or mentally hurt. REMEMBER, "you can lead a horse to water but you cant make em drink"!
2006-06-06 14:00:49 · answer #5 · answered by nilervr2000 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ditto on everything PunkCabaret has to say.
Maybe writing a letter on your feelings, fears and suggestions is the best way to handle it, then he can read it and reread it. Sometimes it helps to read it on paper and not hear it, a person gets defensive when they hear negative things, but can think better reading it.
Good Luck!!
2006-06-06 14:34:40 · answer #6 · answered by dubdub 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Much experience with bipolar. Meds have always been the answer in my circumstances.
2006-06-06 13:53:52 · answer #7 · answered by kalsmom 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
agreed. bipolar is caused by a chemical imbalance. so far as we know, the only way to treat a chemical imablance is with medication.
2006-06-06 13:55:51 · answer #8 · answered by Deek 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He need to go get medication. There is nothing you personally can do do help him.
2006-06-06 13:52:45 · answer #9 · answered by sweetie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋