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Apr 17, 2018, 01:04 PM
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If anyone is living with someone who suffers from bipolar, I look forward to hearing from you. I admit I'm timid about how to approach my family member because it's uncomfortable and he is very guarded. I'm trying to figure this out but I think my handsoff approach is not the answer
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Apr 17, 2018, 01:05 PM
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submitting some details about my story bit by bit, this is my 5th post and look forward to being approved to join.
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Apr 17, 2018, 01:51 PM
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Well... you're already "approved" so to speak.
 Having everyone's first 5 posts reviewed & approved, prior to being posted for the general community to read, is simply a way of attempting to make sure that new members have some basic understanding of what the expectations are here on PC. The administration works diligently to ensure that PC is a safe community.  Things move pretty quickly here on PC. It can take a bit of time to become known. However the more you post, & reply to other members' posts, the more a part of the community you will become.  By the way, there is a regularly scheduled Bipolar support chat you might want to check out. Here's a link to the community calendar:https://forums.psychcentral.com/calendar.php 
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Apr 17, 2018, 03:11 PM
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Again, welcome!
 While it can be uncomfortable to talk about an illness, it can be very rewarding for all parties involved. Opening up communication could be very helpful, if it's possible. Do you know what type of bipolar your family member has been diagnosed with? You might be interested in seeing if there is a NAMI chapter near you. NAMI offers support/education to families, as well as to the individuals living with mental illness. I am thrilled you'd like to know more! So many people live in denial, which does not help anyone.  WC
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Apr 17, 2018, 03:22 PM
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PsychEducation | Treating the Mood Spectrum is a great place to learn more about bipolar. It's written by a psychiatrist (pdoc) who specializes in bipolar. It saved me when I was trying to figure out what was wrong with me and then when I was newly diagnosed and 16 years later I still check in there at times.
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Apr 17, 2018, 03:35 PM
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