You can probably help her find ways to socialize. A local support group for people who are bipolar could help her develop the social skills that she needs. You can attend these with her and maybe it could help you get to know her better while still instating boundaries. This can give her the opportunity she needs to learn that she is not alone and that her feelings are shared. There are also support groups for caregivers, I am sure. Even giving yourself a "mini vacation" and doing something YOU enjoy can help a lot, I bet!
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My parents were ignoring/not returning my phone calls (still don't really understand why). However, our new system is if I call from my cell phone to one of their cell phones more than once in a row it is an emergency and they will always answer the call. That gives them the power to choose whether or not they can handle a call with me without them wondering if that's the call they need to answer. It also gives me the security of knowing I can always reach them in an emergency. We also defined emergency (the dishwasher not working is not an emergency, psychosis or suicidal thoughts are, etc.). Hope that helps and I hope you find time to get a break and time for you.
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Sounds just like me. xD