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Originally Posted by pacman_789
Thanks, that helps. I can definitely relate - I’ve been in denial that I even have a medical problem this week because I feel on top of the world. Hyper sexuality is a major problem for me when I’m manic. Thankfully, I’ve never done anything outside of my marriage, but I am guilty of online binging.
This may be better as a separate post, but what is your advice on confessing things you did while manic to your spouse? When I come back down to earth, I feel a lot of remorse and guilt and want to have some accountability (e.g., put some kind of internet filter that my wife has the password to so that I won’t engage in this behavior when manic). But to do that, I would have to confess, and I don’t know that she could handle it or would understand. She might think I just don’t love her anymore.
Thanks,
Pacman
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Well. Pacman, in my case, I had my wife come with my to see my T and my PDoc so she can understand and witness first hand the things I go through when manic and hypersexual. Unfortunately, it all came to a head and I was eventually caught engaging in these behaviors, but my wife knew I was sick and was very understanding. It out a huge strain on our marriage and she was very hurt. She came to my appointments with me and got a better grasp of my mental health illness, especially the mania and the lack of inhibitions that come along with it.
I had a bad porn addiction at one point and she approached me about it. we once again went to therapy and discussed other options to engaging in that online behavior. maybe being as honest as you can may surprise you. she may just need to hear the truth from you and it will set you free. I know it sounds cliche but wives appreciate it when husbands come forth about weaknesses that they have. she may be very understanding about it all especially if she know about your diagnosis. There is nothing wrong with having accountability. perhaps that is what she needs to see and hear from you at this point.
hope some of this helps! wishing you the all best! sending best wishes and keep us posted. keep reaching out here!
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Bipolar II with Mixed States, Rapid Cycling with Anxiety / Depression:
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