i am the one with bipolar disorder and all my family does is treat me like its my fault like its not a disorder and that its my fault that i am this way
2007-09-20 11:57:21 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
I would treat them as if they were the same as me. Really they are as long as the medicines are working.
2007-09-20 12:13:23 · answer #1 · answered by physco 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a fellow BP'er I can say that you are not alone. There are many people in this world that don't believe in BP, ADHD, schizophrenia, unipolar depression, etc. These same people seem to think that those of us with BP can just learn to be "normal" by exercising more and eating right. They think we can just "snap" out of it.
Personally, I want everyone to treat me like they would want to be treated. But at the same time, I don't use my BP as an excuse. It's one of those "fine lines" you learn to walk. I just want people to understand that sometimes I have a real bad day and that little things will rock my world apart, whereas they would find the same situation as minor inconveniences.
I would like to say that BP IS NOT YOUR FAULT! Like any of us would choose this kind of life with the stigma involved with it??
I suggest that if your family can't support you, then find support elsewhere. One website I use is www.pendulum.org. It has helped me through some rough times. There are also many other bipolar online support groups - bipolar world is another.
I also find comfort in music...my favorite tunes are "One X" and "Animal" by 3 Days Grace. For some reason they help me feel like I'm not alone and they help me deal with the emotion or mood of the moment.
I wish you the best!
2007-09-20 12:12:08 · answer #2 · answered by Tina F 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk normal to a person with bipolar, most people with bipolar are very intelligent, but because of the stigmatism people think you should be treated diffrently. If a person does not understand bipolar and its symptoms, get information so they can be educated, that is the only thing that will help, because they don't believe you. No it is not your fault anymore than having any other health or disability.
2007-09-20 18:45:14 · answer #3 · answered by Vivian S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure what you're feeling is right...people who suffer from bipolar disorder can be very paranoid with thoughts that people are against them, don't like them and are out to get them.
At first I didn't know how to treat my loved one...I didn't understand what she was going through...the highs were real high and the lows were so low I couldn't say nothing to bring her out of it....it made me feel so useless and to be honest I didn't wanna catch what she had (I know it's not catching) When she got delusional along with it that made it a chore dealing with her although I know she couldn't help it....
Remember, your illness effects other people too...your family loves you....they just might not know how to handle your illness....at least not yet....give them time ok...I understand my loved one and her limitations but it took time
2007-09-20 12:04:58 · answer #4 · answered by Moza 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, you can only blame your disorder to a certain extent. If you go around being an asshole to everyone then saying "It's not my fault, I'm bipolar" that's not OK.
It is your responsibility to seek help for your own problems. You can rely on your family for support or help, but not as crutches. They can't fix your problems for you - only you can.
I have been living with GAD (anxiety disorder) for 10 years now, and at first I would go blaming everyone and everything around me for my problem. I would say "If only (something) wasn't there or around I would be fine", but the truth is you are responsible for your own actions.
Go to a doctor, get on some medication and stop blaming your disorder. You can only be a victim if you allow yourself to be.
2007-09-20 12:00:19 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
try to help
try to be calm
but the person with the "illness" needs to be responsible for his or her own feelings and actions
2007-09-20 12:26:59 · answer #6 · answered by Tivogal 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋