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Originally Posted by kitty004567
Mania as severe as you are describing is definitely something to worry about. You're not likely to convince him while he's manic to go back on the medication that will bring him out of this manic (and really fun for him probably) stage. That being said, I would certainly continue to try to reason with him and definitely inform his doctor and therapist if he has one.
If you fear he is a danger to his life or the lives of those around him, even through negligence, I would take it up with the proper authorities immediately. I don't know where you live but my city has a nurse hotline available free 24/7 and they would be the people I would call to help me sort out what is likely to be immanently dangerous and what's not. It's a scary slippery slope and I wish you the best of luck. I also feel a strange sense that perhaps you're searching for permission to step in and help? When I was at my worst I wish someone had taken action for me or even helped me to take action. I ended up calling 911 myself and voluntarily committing myself but that is not the case with all patients with bipolar disorder. Please do what you need to to keep everyone safe  |
Thank you! Definately not dangerous. He is all about love and peace and not needing material things, so therefore, no need for the job that he always loved. He does like the mania, it makes him feel so much better and entergetic. I have a feeling there will be depression soon. It usually follows, but he has never just stopped his meds before. He thinks he can think more clear without the meds. But he is obsessed about some pineale gland and how it makes him see things that other ppl see. etc. I just hope when this ends he don't have serious regrets. This is a horrible condition. I feel bad for ppl with it.