2006-06-22 08:21:19 · 9 answers · asked by krhines31 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Although the cookies and milk thing was cute, on a serious note read up on the illness. It can be very difficult to deal with a manic person. If the person in on medication for it, you should have no problems with dealing with them, but knowledge of the illness will help you in dealing with the mood swings. Also be a good listener cuz sometimes the depressions kicks in and the crying will start and you will have to know what to say and what not to. No criticism about their illness helps too because its pretty uncontrolable emotions that are flowing through that person. I have been diagnosed as manic depressive and sometimes i just want someone to listen and just not say anything and sometimes i dont want to be bothered with anyone. I am one of the lucky ones that has dealt with it for years and have been fully functional in everyday life, 2 jobs and law school. Good luck
2006-06-22 08:29:21 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I am bi-polar. For me it is very shameful. When my moods flucuate I will do creative things like crafts, gardening, or playing my keyboard, meditation. Just about anything to avoid taking my medication. I will generally isolate myself because of the shame I feel. I just dont want people to see me. I do not take any of the meds because of the side affects and the way they make me feel. I do go to counseling which helps a lot. It gives me an outlet for my emotions without having to bother my friends and family. When all else fails, I simply smoke pot to steady myself. I have had this condition for years but was only diagnosed 3 years ago. I always felt different emotionally from everyone else. At one point I thought I was crazy. The scariest part is the uncontrolled highs and lows and ocassional thoughts of suicide. Sometimes I will be out of control and go on shopping sprees even though I cant afford it. A person must try a lot of different things until you find what works for you. We all react differently with this disease and fortunately people are getting more understanding of it and tolerate us better. Im lucky that I have a very good friend that recognizes when I am too high or too low. I sometimes have blackouts and memory loss. So some patience needs to be taken and most of all the manic person has to find ways to help themselves.
2006-06-22 09:42:32 · answer #2 · answered by diaryofamadblackman 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've had personal experience with this one! I once had a friend that seemed a bit off. I couldn't put my finger on it but I knew something was off. Finally she confessed that she was being treated for manic depression (now termed as bi-polar) I tried desperately to be there for her when she needed me but to no avail. The best thing I did was let her know that I cared and if she needed a friend call me. Their thoughts and emotions aren't the same as ours so you will constantly feel as if you are hitting a brick wall trying to convince them that things are okay. I believe the best you can do is back away yet keep the lines of communication open.
2006-06-22 08:29:30 · answer #3 · answered by ms. mel 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For a start - you do not DEAL with a person who is ill - one deals with situations. I think the word you were looking for was COPE.
To cope with this disorder you must first understand - in lay terms - what it actually is. Go to this site www.ndmda.org for info on the condition. Manic Depression is an old term as it is now referred to as Bipolar Disorder. You will need to be patient, show empathy and sympathy, and most of all love. Good luck
2006-06-25 12:15:13 · answer #4 · answered by ziggy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the person is being medicated, then you need to realize that the meds may be a huge part of the problem. Statistics show that these drugs affect certain people in really negative ways...suicide, murder, drug/alcohol abuse, compulsive behavior, anger, sexual side effects, aggression, anxiety, anexoria, insomnia, psychosis are all listed as possible side effects. Take a look at all meds being taken (some cause BP as a side effect), diet, glucose levels (hyper and hypo), food allergies, etc.
2006-06-22 08:34:23 · answer #5 · answered by nandtbearden 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chocolate Chip Cookies and Milk normally calm them down....
2006-06-22 08:24:16 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell them to take their meds and don't put up with their bs.
2006-06-22 08:26:10 · answer #7 · answered by mediahoney 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell them to shut up and quit whining. and if they don't, punch them. Sorry, my ex was bi-polar. It was hell.
2006-06-22 08:25:21 · answer #8 · answered by Del 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
valium. that is what i use.
2006-06-22 08:25:06 · answer #9 · answered by dude 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋