Now this is what I wanted to say originally. It all depends on the gravity of the situation - regardless of mental illness being a factor or not.

Everyone has their limits (and shouldn't feel ashamed about where they are).

It's a terrible shame what happened to such an old friendship as SweetCrusader had - and that does happen - but the decision made by SC is sound in every respect, according to her (?-Sorry, don't know your sex) set of boundaries (well, and mine, too).

Sometimes, some things that are just even said are irrepairable to a relationship.

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I guess all I'm trying to say is that I think it's best to be guarded. What looks like an attempt to reach out can really be an attempt to make you engage in more drama, and can hurt you over again. But, if you enter cautiously, you may also find that your friend has changed. It's a big risk to take, so you really need to follow your heart.

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Well said, SC, except for that itty-bitty stinger there(it sometimes happens when using 'salt' in a metaphor) 'bout those who commented earlier...not meant, though, as it sounded to me, right?