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The Crazy Rambler · May 12, 2010, 09:49 AM

Hi Fire Star,

If you don't like them to hear it from someone else, it will be better if it comes streight from you.

Maybe it will help if you bring a brochure that explains what it is, which you can leave there in any case. Denial or not, they might read it later.

Be clear, explain what it is: a chemical imbalance in the brain, hence the meds; so they don't feel responsible. Although it can have genetical components too, it might not be wise to mention that one!
Explain how it looks like for you, but keep it to facts. I wouldn't make yourself too vulnerable, you don't want to set yourself up to be hurt.

Don't expect understanding if they haven't showed this in the past. I am sorry they haven't taken you seriously in the past, that stinks! Good for you that you have overcome and you are still here!!!

If they get unpleasant about it, leave it be. Just remember: if that happens, it is NOT your fault!! It is their problem, try and leave it with them when you close their door behind you. I know it hurts, everyone would like their parents support and approval. But if they can't give it to you, it will hurt even more to keep trying to get it or expect it.

Find friends, a support group, to set up a support network around you that can help you idetify what moods you are in and when you need to do what. Your pdoc and T (if you have one, if not, I strongly suggest if at all possible to find one, preferably one with experience helping bipolars, or do therapy with your pdoc; whichever works for you) should be involved as well.

Good luck and let us know what you decide and how things are going for you!!!