2006-08-06 06:14:59 · 17 answers · asked by mscarlybobarlysmom 3 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Contact NAMI it is a national org that helps people with family members that suffer with these types of disorders. They provide all sorts of free help and group therapy. They have local chapters all over the contrry.
www.nami.org
Good Luck
2006-08-06 06:19:46 · answer #1 · answered by Rob 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, it can affect people differently. Look for a social service agency or mental health facility in your area. See if they offer any support groups for family members. Also look for computer chat support groups through google.
Your question is a bit too broad. It sounds as if you are not educated on the condition. Go to the library or google "bipolar" and become as informed as possible and know the medication that has been prescribed...and if the person is taking it consistently. If you are a close family member, the psychiatrist might give you supportive information.
2006-08-06 06:22:08 · answer #2 · answered by grapeshenry 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have had a close to me cousin who has been bi-polar for the last 30 years or longer. She has been hospitalized, medicated and tried all sorts of therapy. When she is in a manic phase, she stops taking her medications, which is very common to this particular patient population. Then she goes into a terrible depression. It is a very difficult thing to watch, because it is chronic and incurable, like diabetes or arthritis. As far as dealing with this person, you have to "play on the field they are on". Much like you would deal with a person with Alzheimers, you go along with the person's mania and try to keep them from permanently hurting themselves or others. Prayer helps to maintain your sanity.
2006-08-06 06:21:52 · answer #3 · answered by TXChristDem 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try to put yourself in their shoes. Try not to piss them off, or make them sad. I had a friend with a bi-polar disorder, and I tried not to make a deal out of it. I used to play around with her as if nothing was wrong.
2006-08-06 06:19:27 · answer #4 · answered by ♫MizzUnderstood♫ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am dealing with this myself. I believe that my brother has bi-polar and I told him that he should see a doctor, but he refuses. I know there are things you can talk about with them, but that doesn't mean they are gonna listen and actually do it themselves. I would suggest praying.
2006-08-06 06:19:40 · answer #5 · answered by Carrie! 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my sister is bi polar and she takes meds for it. shes a great sis and mom but some things she just makes me crazy. the only thing you can do is to love that person unconditionally and be there for them no matter what. its easier to be the person without bi polar ,so just imagaine how they feel.
2006-08-06 06:19:58 · answer #6 · answered by michelle 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is hard, but you have to realize that you personally cant fix them... just be supportive when they take their meds and make right decisions... i would think it would be hard to be bipolar because when in the manic stage, they can burn so many of their bridges with other people, so if you just let him/her know that youre there for him/her, im sure it would help a lot... make sure you realize when its the disorder and not them personally when they do something upsetting...
2006-08-06 06:20:39 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep things light. Listen and tune alot of it out. Be really nice when you see them but know that is also good to give yourself space and time away. Realize you cant change them.
2006-08-06 06:19:47 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a friend with this disease and it is controlled with medicine and the family loves and gives great support. Good Luck!
2006-08-06 06:19:19 · answer #9 · answered by -------- 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Read some books on the issue and recommend therapy
2006-08-06 06:17:54 · answer #10 · answered by the plus m 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋