I'm really sorry to hear about what you're going through Brophy. I can relate, some of my manic episodes have certainly caused strain on some of my relationships. I guess it's sometimes a little bit easier said than done but my psychiatrist pointed out to me last week that it's really important that I continue to work with my husband and recognise my early warning signs of when I'm heading into an episode. For me, personally, one of my first signs is a disruption in my sleeping patterns. Because if that carries on for a few nights it more often than not leads to hypomania. So I think it's a good point we can possibly think about that my psychiatrist said - it serves as a reminder to me that I should be cogniscent of when I'm entering a mood state (I do know this, but yes, mania makes me forget at the best of times I can be so scatter brained).

I think an AA group could be very good for you. I've never personally been, but honestly I know heaps of people who have and have benefitted very positivitely from this experience.

I wish that what ever you decide it has the best possible outcomes for you moving forward.

Let us know how you go.