I have noticed the same. It is unfortunate that many totally misunderstand.

This morning I watched the opening skit of last night's Saturday Night Live that we recorded. It made fun, in a sense, of Kanye West's recent meeting with Donald Trump in the oval office. They very clearly recognized Kanye West's behavior as basically...quite ill. I wouldn't exactly say their comedy skit was offensive, or at least I wouldn't call it offensive, though I'm sure some reactions have been. I don't know. I guess it just made me feel bad for the man. He's totally lacking insight into his behavior.

Sorry if this seems slightly off topic. I guess this thought came to my mind because often "help" for manic episodes comes via behavior reprimands, what eventually become embarrassments from mockery and undesirable reactions, or career and/or relationship repercussions. People don't know how to address or help in these cases sometimes. Just as an alcoholic often must hit a bottom to get help, so must many people with mania. I have bipolar disorder, and so does my sister. My nephew had it, too. Alcohol abuse and recovery have been represented in my family, too. With all of that personal experience, one might think my family could easily help my dad, but it's still difficult. I'll admit that I wasn't laughing at the skit.