Bipolar Support Group

Does anyone have a family that is non supportive or ignorant to the whole bipolar issue?

I do have some family members that is not supportive of the BP they think it is just something doctors make up. My husband is learning he goes to therapy with me now and is supportive.

Yes I also have that. My husband is the one who talked to me and said that there may be a problem but he never wants to go to the pdoc or anything with me he is somewhat supportive I just don't think he understands fully..as for other family members they have no clue and think its a joke and I do these things on purpose for attention.

by the way welcome to the group dz.. It has helped me sooo much.

My family using my disease as an attack on me and it is killing me.

Thank you for welcoming me it's been 5 years since being diagnosed and this is the first time seeking online help I just feel like I have no where else to turn.

You are not alone we are all here for each other and there is always someone on line.

Thanks I just wish that my family could understand what I am going through. They have no idea. Sometimes I don't even think they look at me as a person anymore but as a mental disease. I even had one person tell me if I cared so much about my nieces and nephews I would take my pills...which I do everyday but because I cut myself when I am hurt I am not taking my pills or doing everything in my power not to help myself. I ahve been to therapy, I have had doctors, and attended group sessions.

Trishy is right there is always somone here to ask a question or talk to..I do'nt know where I would be with out MD....This is the most support I get...I am glad you found us....

welcome dx..i dont understand the non supporters as much as they dont understand BP. i dont really face that problem much though. the problem that i face is...now that i am on meds my mania has gone away as long as i am taking them as perscribed..well if i get upset i always here "Did you take your meds today?" Dear god that is like trying to strike the mania. I just want to feel and be treated like im "normal". sometimes i would rather not have the support than to have the support of people who dont understand cuz then it all relates right back to BP!!