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Hey all.
It's been 3years since the manic episode to end all manic episodes and I'm just now starting to realize all the implications. I was 36 when I got the right diagnosis. Seroquel has helped along w/Prozac and serax for anxiety.
I was manic/delusional/hallucinating from April to December. Said horrible things to the people I love,got a felony record from stealing a car(not usual behavior for me ) now my sister and uncle have kicked me out of their lives.
How can anyone say that they understand that you have a mental illness but then be soooo cruel? Plus i have a son w/autism.
My husband's wonderful but I could use some family support.
Glad you have this forum...thanks!
Dylanzmama

Hello! Sorry we were slow to get to your post. I'm not really sure your relatives do understand your bipolar disorder. I suggest you ask them to read more about it. I hope one day they will understand. In the meantime, stick with your treatment and do the best you can.

At least I am glad your husband is sticking by you. Do you think it would help any if he tried to talk to your sis and your uncle?

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Hope you like it here on the bp express and that you find what you seek

Dylanzmama, we have alot in common. It's been three years since I had a manic episode to end all manic episodes. Delusions, hallucinations (auditory, visual, tactile, and olefactory)......it was my first and only mania and I didn't get my BP1 diagnosis until after it. I have a son who has a mental illness and two sisters who are not in my life. I have a husband who is wonderful. I didn't steal a car but Seroquel has helped me, too. (Hmmmmm. I wonder if we're the same person. ) Welcome to PC. I hope it will be as helpful for you as it has been for me. All my best.....grey

Welcome! I actually have a friend with a son with autism named Dylan!

All we can do is treasure the people who do support us. :-)