I am bi-polar. I received the diagnosis when I was 35 (I am now 54). I had not gone for help until a tragedy in my life left me unable to function. After being treated for depression my Doctor said at one appointment that I was bi-polar. I have been on numerous medications since. I am thankful to say I am now stable and as my friends and family say whatever I am doing keep doing it!

Unfortunately, my daughter has been diagnosed I feel she has a personality disorder. I probably do as well because she is ME. I see myself. It is hard for me to believe this. It is watching myself grow all over. The same behaviors, the same lies absolutely the same from the very young age of 5. (she is 18).

I cant explain the guilt I feel. She hates me for it and I don't blame her. It is like giving her a life sentence.