How can a bisexual bipolar polar bear get the help it needs without polarizing others?
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Staring out into the see, he waves his pause and bears his sole.
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First off, if someone divorced you over a medical disorder, they have much bigger problems than you ever will. \n\nSecond, bi-polar disorder is not great, but hardly a life-ending tragedy.  It can be controlled with medicine and therapy. Take a real interest in your own health.  Start a mood journal so that you and your doctor can get an idea of the cycles of your disorder.\n\nThird, join a support group.  There are many in real life and on the web.  Always keep in mind that you are not alone and not at fault.
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Well, you have picked a rough road but I think you can do it with support and patience as well as consistency.  Truly the best thing you can do is take care of you, bipolar disorder affects loved ones even harder and I believe you need to find a support group, or even better a church you can get involved with for the help and love you need =)  Praying for you and your girlfriend =)
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This is because you can be objective when dealing with someone elses problems but are most likely subjective when trying to deal with your own. This is because you are personally involved with your own and can only see one side, yours. When you deal with other peoples you can actually envision two sides to any situation and it does not effect you directly, so you can be open about your response. \nIt is not an easy thing to do but maybe try stepping back from your issues and address them as you would someone elses. What would you tell someone if they were in the same situation? What kind of advice would you recommend to someone that was having a difficult time dealing with personal issues? All in all, we already know the answers to our own questions, it is just that we would prefer confirmation of those answers from someone else.
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Being bi polar don't mean that he's insane. Don't treat him any different as that may trigger his condition. Bi polar simply is mood swings. Overly up or overly down. If he does have this condition then you really need to understand what it is, and how to deal with it if you are serious about this relationship.
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They cannot help that they are bipolar.  But they have to be responsible for taking their medications everyday.  They also have to participate in counseling.\n\nFeel sorry?  Manipulation?  That's on YOU, not them.  Only you can control how you feel and react.
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Figure out the sources of you stress...like when you realize that you are not relaxed, think about what you are doing at that exact moment...are you worried about your career, boyfriend/girlfriend etc. Finding the source will allow you to focus on your breathing and allow you to control your bipolar disorder.\n\nAdditionally, exercise is also beneficial to your journey.
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People suffering from bi-polar have 2 very different emotions that they exhibit, thus the name bi-polar.\nAt one moment they may be joyously happy and bouncing around the room. The next they will be manicly depressed, and in some cases suicidal.\n\nThe best thing to do if you think someone is bi-polar is take them to a psychiatrist. They can do many personality tests and interviews with the patient to determine their mental health status.\n\nAnother thing to point out, it that they will swear blind they do not have a problem. Don't believe them. If they are very close to you, you will have seen a change in their personality that will indicate something is wrong.\nIf you have to, drag them to the doctor because they do need help!
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Don't stereo-type.....just because your man is bi-polar doesn't mean that all guys do this.  Find yourself someone that is mentally healthy
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I don't think there is any reason to be concerned. There is nothing wrong with being bi. I am bipolar and being treated for it. I'm doing very well. Oh yea, I'm also gay. Being bi you get the best of both worlds. It's nothing you choose, it's just how it is. Relax, be cool. You will eventually figure it out and hopefully come to terms with it. And if you are not bi, that's ok too.\n\nTerry
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I know alot of people that are bi-polar. I am an addict and I go to NA meetings every night. I have now been clean for 15 months and counting. a lot of the addict there are bi-polar. they do take prescriptions for bi-polar and they really seem to help ALONG WITH THE MEETINGS. Maybe your friend should try meetings. you can look them up on-line. some also welcome supporting family and friends.
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It is a mental disorder, when the chemicals in your brain are out of whack! \n\nThe person that has been diagnosed with a bi-polar disorder usually has tremendous mood swings.  Very jolly one minute and extremely angry in the next moment.  The individual may have a learning disability.  It can be severe enough to cause harm to others or to oneself. Can be very quick to anger.\n\nThe good news is that it can be treated.  Many very talented and famous people are bi-polar.  Or the individual just learns how to deal with their problem without medication.  It just take awareness of oneself.
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Asking for help is the first step toward recovery. Yes, find a counselor that is trained to deal with people of your age and diagnosis. But talk to a psychiatrist first so they can find out what is wrong. You could be living with Depression, Bi-Polar Disorder, Manic Depression or something else. Only a Psychiatrist can give you the answers you need to find the right counseling for you. Depending on the cause there are many ways to treat it. I found a great one, it's called W.R.A.P./ Wellness Recovery Action Plans developed by a wonderful lady named Mary-Ellen Copeland.\nAnd don't be afraid or let anyone tell you it's dumb to need and seek help, it's not, it's a very intelligent thing to do.
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I know someone whom I'm sure is bi-polar, one day she's so happy and nice, the next she depressed and nasty. The reason it's so hard to get along with someone like this, is because you don't know which way they'll be on any given day- it's hard to determine how they'll feel and act so you don't know how to act towards them in the first place. The person doesn't even know how she will be on any given day- you really just need to support her and give her space when she needs it. I know sometimes these people feel guilty after they've acted a certain way so just show he love and forgiveness.
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I have Bipolar Disorder and Borederline Personality Disorder. You have to be nice and be very supported to our mental health prolbems. It helps my family to take me to talk to somebody like every other week. Just read up on the disorders. And make sure he takes his meds. I once got off mine meds for 4 or 5 days and it made me sick.
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Unfortunately, I don't think you can stop him.  My wife has bi-polar mood disorder and when she is at her worst she will lie beyond belief.  When confronted she sticks to the story and demands proof.  Even when confronted with the facts and proof she either sticks to her story or tries to twist the facts to fit her situation.\n\nAs I said, I know she has a mental condition and I understand sometimes that affects it.  However, I have found out that very fortuantely we can't do much about liers.  Instead, either learn to live with it, work around it, or move on.
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How can you say that he is not abusive!?! Wake-up girl and stop trying to fix this jerk!!! He is not Bi-polar he is an a** and you picked him and kept him for quite some time. Worry about you and figure out why you chose a guy like him so you don't end up with the same guy in a different pair of pants!