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Originally Posted by desperate dina
My daughter has recently been diagnosed with bipolar. It answers a lot of questions. Now she is getting help. I do the best I can. I don't say 'pull yourself together' and I try tobe there for here but how can I juggle what she wants (demands) and my need for peace and just being able to do my job. I know the illness isn't about 'me' but it seems that way somethimes. I feel as if I am being eaten alive. Perhaps I'm just a very selfish person.
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It's great that you are there for her, but you aren't expected to give up your own life and your own needs for anyone. Maybe you can tell us what some of your frustrations are and we can give you some advice? Also, how old is your daughter?
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