Originally posted by Bp Magazine
Loving Someone With Bipolar
A mood episode can cause your loved one to say and do horrible things, but it’s not personal; it’s a medical condition.
by Julie A. Fast
Years ago, my much-loved partner, Ivan, went into a massive manic and psychotic episode that lasted for almost five months. As his sole caretaker, I was very confused and scared. During his manic and psychotic episode Ivan slept with someone else, told me he didn’t love me and wanted a divorce, had the idea that someone was stalking me, and eventually came very close to suicide. Believe me, I’ve been through it all. And we survived. Your relationship can survive as well.
Bipolar disorder is a medical condition that manifests in behaviors that look like personal choices. It’s [ Read More ]
