this is the question, a schizophrenic person is trying to date a bipolar person, can this work, if so how? sincere answers only please
2007-01-12 06:34:06 · 17 answers · asked by christinedaae 3 in Health ➔ Mental Health
A person is not a condition. It is unfortunate that both parties have an illness but as long as they both recognise they have an illness, continue with medication and or counselling as needed I cant see why it would be different from any other relationship.
2007-01-12 06:37:55 · answer #1 · answered by rodandalisonthompson 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
It depends on the the severity of each persons disease, how reliable each one is in taking their medications, and how well each one does the other things necessary to manage their disease.
It also depends on the same factors that the rest of us have to deal with. Do our personalities mesh harmoniously? Does either or do both of us have a psychological dysfunction? Do we have the commonalities necessary for a harmonious romantic relationship such as: common religious beliefs, similar life goals, similar ideas about what standard of living we want, common cultural expectations, etc.?
These days, people who do not have a mental illness have a hard time staying married to each other. Obviously, each problem that a person has makes it more difficult.
The real question is can these 2 people have a harmonious relationship that enhances each of their lives? The best person to have a good idea about this would be the psychiatrist and/or the psychologist that is treating the person.
To be more clear; if you are the person with bipolar disorder, you should describe the person who wants to date you to your psychiatrist and/or psychologist and ask him/her. If the people in question are friends or relatives, then the best course might be to encourage them to do that.
Your question is both a difficult and an important one. I hope that something I have written has been a help to you.
2007-01-12 15:32:36 · answer #2 · answered by Smartassawhip 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I suppose it would all depend on how well each is doing with their disorders. But a person isn't their diagnoses, if you know what I mean. There is so much more to a person as far as their own unique personality. If these people have things in common and love eachother then I see no reason why they shouldn't have a good, fulfilling relationship.
All relationships have their obstacles and difficulties, even for people who don't have mental illness. What's important is that they are both open, honest and supportive of eachother.
2007-01-12 14:44:41 · answer #3 · answered by mountaingirl 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That would be a tough relationship just because both people will have so many mental issues. If they love each other and are both very strong people it might, but in all reality, a relationship is hard enough as it is without all the added mental problems. So, they'll have a lot more to deal with than a regular couple. All I can say is, I hope they both seek counseling and medication for their problems, and good luck.
2007-01-12 14:44:57 · answer #4 · answered by lucy 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It can work. You have to know going into it though that it will be tough. Keep on the meds be willing to hold yourself accountable, practice forgiveness... it's 110%- 110% to make the relationship work, well a lot of that goes for people who don't have certifiable mental illnesses and are just plain ole in love....
Best to ya.
2007-01-15 21:13:44 · answer #5 · answered by thankyou "iana" 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the severity of the conditions, if the symptoms are controlled or not, and mostly it would depend on the people involved. Seriously though, everyone is f*cked up some way or another and still manage to have relationships.
2007-01-12 14:38:12 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe that it absolutely can work. Everyone deserves love and companionship, and if you or someone you love have found someone special and fulfilling, I think you should go for it! It might take extra work or special considerations, or it might not--because there may be a special level of empathy between two people that is shared. I believe love can overcome all obstacles--follow your heart.
2007-01-13 21:44:21 · answer #7 · answered by MthrNatures_Son 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This relationship could work,I have seen it work,but it takes alot of commitment and proper medications.
2007-01-12 14:39:10 · answer #8 · answered by one10soldier 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not? People are people. Labels suck. Nobody is perfect and who's to say what is "normal" anyway. It may be the best relationship ever had. Go for it!
2007-01-12 14:41:13 · answer #9 · answered by Mom Sparrow 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
yes, if both people are willing to work at it and find the humor in each others and their own moods and episodes. good luck and remember that most "sane" people just haven't been diagnosed yet! ha ha!
2007-01-12 14:39:54 · answer #10 · answered by carol anne 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋