[Dylanzmama]

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

[Travelinglady]

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?

[Trippin2.0]

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

[greylove]

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

[punkypunky]

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. :-)