We are a family here online. Of course its not the same, but in some ways its better because we understand the MI issues. Bird Dancer,put yourself first. Get your meds tweaked and pamper yourself with fun llittle things. Get out, get some aerobic exercise.
Talk about serendipity!: I discovered that the nice man that does water aerobics next to me at the pool (a genial huge former football player; how unlikely us meeting anywhere else) has a wife who is bipolar. Unfortunately, it sounds like she is untreated. She might have denial so I will be careful. I am going to take him the name of PsychCentral and loan him some books if he wants them. My point is that tho pretty introverted, I have learned to put myself out there. There is commonality and comfort in places we wouldn’t expect.
For me, with a complex type of bipolar, you are one of my favorite people on the forum. Your research and methodical approach to seeking out information are so appreciated and must help others like myself so vastly. We want to be there for you as well. If Sarah Sweets doesn’t post to this thread, I’m sure she would welcome your messaging her about your dad and AA. Hugs!