I cannot even begin to thank-you for sharing your experiences with your own child, and their bipolar disorder with me. I am going to keep reminding myself that it's not really my mother's personality coming through when she says those things, but rather the disorder that is taking over. I'm going to keep in very close contact with my father, and he can gauge whether or not it's a good idea for me to come back and visit this Christmas, and I am also going to mention to him that he may want to take the proactive stance you suggest, and bring her back to the doctor if it continues. We all love her very much and want her to be happy.

This is so new to me, and I am so grateful for you to be sharing your experiences. It really helps to know that we're not alone in this. Some times when these things happen you can feel like your lost - but I really don't feel that way anymore...

I'm going to proceed with caution with my mom, and try and be as sensitive to what she is going through as I can. I'm also going to read-up throughly on the disorder so I know what she is going through...

Thank you so much. I hope you have a wonderful Holidays, and the best to you and your family as well.