She throws things, screams and yells when she doesn't get her way. Acts inappropriate in church and other social settings. Spends money she doesn't have, etc. Her own mother told me she was seeing what was going on and that it wasn't her daughter. As her mother in law I love her and want to help her. What can I do for her?
2006-12-29 14:49:24 · 10 answers · asked by debj69121 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Yes, that sounds like bipolar. I have it and before I was diagnosed and treated, I did that kink of stuff. Life is up or down, no middle ground, for a bipolar. It is a really tough existence. I am on Effexor and I would recommend this one to anyone. All antidepressants have side affects, so be aware of that.
2006-12-29 14:55:10 · answer #1 · answered by boxersgirlbunny 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
This happened to a friend of mine. You have to be cruel to be kind. Her best friend saw her after being gone for a year and noticed this change in her behavior. She was unable to reason or talk with the friend because she would not listen since she was manic. She called the cops and had her commited to the hospital. The bi-polar (new onset) friend was really mad but later realized that her friend probably saved her life and was for ever grateful. If the person refuses to see a psychiatrist and be evaluated you may have to force the issue. Try to approach her when she is in a good mood and suggest that you will take her because you care and you know she is suffering. There is medication that can help her. Of course only a doctor can make the diagnosis. She may not be bipolar, but she sounds like she would benefit from an evaluation to see what is troubling her.
2006-12-29 15:00:25 · answer #2 · answered by San Diego 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My first thought was she sounds like she was spoilt. But if her mother says it isn't like her daughter, I would be checking around with other people who have known her for a long time and seeing what they think. It isn't unusual for a mother to be wrong about the cause, especially if the way they brought the child up was the cause.
If there seems to be strong grounds for concern, I would actually not be teaming up with your son to talk to her, but rather your son AND her mother. And I would be making sure it was when she was in a reasonable mood and make sure the conversation is very low key.
Another possible cause could be that she is being harassed by someone, hopefully not your son, and this is the stress coming out.
Inappropriate behaviour in public could be indicative of Tourette's although Tourette's normally shows up by late teens.
Definitely any major change in someone's behaviour needs looking into for the cause.
Good luck.
2006-12-29 15:15:02 · answer #3 · answered by L S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well i would ask her if you could talk with her with out her getting all upset. Then sit down and tell her how others are seeing her, her mother should be doing this too. Now she may not have Bi polar, but she just may get mad easly and this may be a side of her that you have not seen. Kind of sounds like she is throwing a fit. But it could also be mood swings, like that of Bi-Polar. Have you noticed if she has had really high highs, and really low lows, cause that is what you are looking for in bi-polar disorder. If so, you should try to get her husband, your son to get her in to see a professional, that can tell what is going on with her. If she has bi-polar disorder, she will have to take a medication for it for rest of her life, or you will see a lot more of those highs and lows. I know a lot of people that have raised a family with this disorder, and had no problems. They understood that they needed to take the medication to keep on track, and not to be going really high, or really low. So it can be treated if it is bi-polar disorder, with medication, and they will educate her about it too. And if it is not, then well they can figure out what is going on with her, and deal with it. If she does not agree to go get help then you may have to call and have her taken there against her will. I know that sounds kind of harsh, and i have always been against that, cause i have been picked up in my time. But it will be for her own good, and help her, i have even had a few people that i know picked up, cause they had just totally lost it, and they really needed the help. So don't be afraid to do that, cause in the long run she will thank you. I wish you the best with this......
Happy Hoildays
2006-12-29 15:08:18 · answer #4 · answered by Ladyofathousandfaces 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds to me more like she is socially delayed...like her mother didn't teach her how to behave appropriately in public...and it's just now rearing it's head.
Bipolar (and this was a direct quote from a psychiatrist) is just the label they give someone when they don't yet know what their problem is...only a VERY FEW percent of people still actually have the true Bipolar mania disorder.
2006-12-29 15:05:22 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Daughter in law needs to get a physical check up. Bipolar ,might be that. Years ago, my oldest sister's friend had a brain tumor, cause this same actions as you described. The girl really needs some serious check ups.
2006-12-29 15:00:25 · answer #6 · answered by m c 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Have your son talk to his wife about going to the doctor to be checked. DON'T GET INVOLVED ON YOUR OWN! You don't want to be labeled an interfering mother in law. Also if she is Bipolar, she could get violent against you if she takes your help the wrong way. The best thing you can do is talk to your son and let him handle his wife.
2006-12-29 14:56:48 · answer #7 · answered by baby_doll 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The behaviors you describe could fit any number of ailments. Please try to get her to consult with a Medical Doctor. A Doctor is the only person trained and qualified to make any diagnosis and prescribe any treatment... I continue to wonder why people think that they can find help for medical questions on ..Yahoo Answers... Get a Doctor.
2006-12-29 14:56:48 · answer #8 · answered by Luke 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I think you should talk to her about it. If she denies it than it's her loss. She really needs to be mature and help herself with some medication. So I really advise you talk to her.
2006-12-29 14:52:26 · answer #9 · answered by NICOLE 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
bipolar or tourettes.
tell her mum to take her to a psychologist or something, or just talk to the girl herself.
2006-12-29 14:57:58 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋