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Originally Posted by fern46
I think it sounds like you know what you need. Maybe tell them you're considering leaving your wife and children and job and the thoughts are coming constantly. Explain the symptoms and frequency. I think the signs that you're still in a mixed episode and could benefit from the help are there.
If you cannot get in consider posting here a few times a day and looking at some local support groups.
The Depression Bipolar Support Group has a database of local meetings and online support groups. Maybe check that out even if you cannot get into IOP.
DBSA - Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance |
Thank you, yes, I should definitely mention that to my Pdoc. I don't know why I didn't already. Maybe because it's too embarrassing, but also it somehow didn't occur to me before. I think part of the time I don't really realize what I'm saying or doing. I've also said some weird stuff to my wife that I normally wouldn't... Anyway, my Pdoc should be able to give me a referral to IOP if he agrees that it's needed. (I hope so.)