How do i deal with a bi-polar man, going though one of his "episodes"?

Question

I have a husband who has bi-polar disorder and i dont know how to deal with the 'paranoia' aspect... he constantly thinks i am doing something to hurt him, but im not... I love him so much and i just need some advice on how to help him and how to deal with it emotionally myself. He's seeing a doctor but in between it is inbarable

Answer 1

get counselling for yourself.

Answer 2

These types of situations hardly ever get better, even with help from the doctor. You may love him but you need to ask yourself if you can deal with hits for the rest of your relationship. My girlfriend has the same issue and my father had paranoia issue also so I know what you going through. My mother had to leave him for the sake of her kids and I am having to leave my girlfriend because I cant take care of someone the rest of their life. A relationship should bring you up and not make you stressed. He is really sick but it doesn't change the fact that there not much you can do. Good Luck

Answer 3

One of my best friends is bipolar and I think the best I could do to calm her down in her manic and paranoid fits was just to be tolerant, accepting, and loving. It's not their fault they're acting out, and when they're stable again, it's stressful on them to know they lashed out on you like that. I know it must be frustrating to support someone who seems to be pushing you away, but please keep trying. He needs this from you to cope with it.

For support on this issue, I highly recommend DailyStrength. It's a health network of support groups for anybody who's either got life challenges, medical issues, or is a caregiver. It's a good place to find people to share advice about treatment options, and also support each other. I think it's worth a shot. I wish you all the best with your husband.

http://dailystrength.org/support/Mental_Health_Addiction/Bipolar_Disorder/

Answer 4

My child is bipolar, I can image what you are going through with a man having episodes. Is he taking his medication? If so, just back away from him and continue to let him act that way. Only if he is not hurting himself or others. Ok. That's what the Md told me to do with my son. Also seek counseling for yourself. To be honest it will help you deal with his behaviors.

Answer 5

He needs to be on a mood stabilizer if he isn't already. That should allow his paranoia to subside.

For you just understand that he sincerely has no control of his thought process. Know that he'll be a different person, a better person on medication.

Answer 6

he has to keep up with the medican and he needs to talk to someone

Answer 7

just support him