My wife has been diagnosed with Bi-polar 1. Sometimes its very challenging, and I am not empathetic nor understanding of her situation. I think a support group would help me out in this situation. By the way we live in Mesa, AZ. Thanks.
2007-06-06 13:52:51 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
E-mail me. I live in Mesa, too and I go to a group Monday nights. It's meant for bipolar people and their family/friends, so both you and your wife could attend. I can give you the info if you're interested.
bic511@yahoo.com
2007-06-06 20:42:21 · answer #1 · answered by fiVe 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Right now she needs as many people as she can get who are supportive of her. You need to try to be understanding, she did not choose to be this way. She didn't just wake up one morning and say "hey ya know what i think i wanna be bi-polar" she really needs you. call your local hospital and see if they can offer any resources or turn you in the right direction. You may want to go to her support group meeting with her or find a support group of your own to help you to deal with her bi-polar. Don't just find her the support group and then end your support there. Good luck!
2007-06-06 22:45:17 · answer #2 · answered by Drea Z 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The first step is easy! Just type, "Bi-polar support groups" into Yahoo! search and a "ton" of links comes up. In these there are links for support group directories for patients, spouses, parents etc. It may take a little time to find the right one for your needs and your state and city.but they are there and some are free.
I hope this helps you. Good luck, good health, peace and love!
2007-06-07 01:29:15 · answer #3 · answered by Mad Mac 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Make sure you evaluate the group. I attended one (twice) in Kansas City. It seemed as though the entire meeting was simply a 'brag' session about how much they spent while they were in the up phase. There was little help to be had there.
A guided group run by a therapist might be more focused on appropriate assistance.
2007-06-06 21:33:56 · answer #4 · answered by kayakdudeus 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
not sure i went lithum but got off cuz didnt feel like takin med helped my oldest brother out alot but just never take adderall when bi-polar is horbile makes things so much worse
2007-06-06 20:56:42 · answer #5 · answered by john mikey 212 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋