Bipolar - How can I stop myself from saying too much of the wrong things??

Question

I often say things that have nothing to do with the topic of discussion, although they migt appear to in my mind. Just really stupid things, often in too much detail and regarding sexual activity.

Answer 1

That's a tough one. My wife is bi-polar, and although it has been very, very infrequent, she has occasionally had an episode and said some pretty wild things. All you can do is see your doctor and stick to the regimen. Take your meds. Get some exercise. Look for symptoms that you are getting manic, and keep the lines of communication open with your doctors when it happens. Educate yourself as much as you can, and try to educate the people you deal with as much as possible, as well. What happens with us is that my wife and I keep an eye out for the symptoms of her becoming manic, and then call the doctor to see if she needs to adjust her meds or what. By controlling the symptoms, she simply doesn't get to the point where she loses control of herself. On the rare occasions where she does, everyone she knows understands she is bi-polar, and they recognize when she is being bi-polar and when she is not. Then, on the off chance she should say something weird, no one takes it personally. Honestly, it is no different than if you have a stomach flu and throw up. It sucks, but it happens. People know what the stomach bug is, though, so no one holds it against you. It is too bad that more people do not understand bi-polar.

Answer 2

great question, what are some of the situations you are inand what types of things are you saying, and to whom?

Answer 3

keep your mouth shut. :)