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04/29/2008 13:38
bfosterl
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My girlfriend of 5 years bought a house together 2 years ago. We couldn't live together due to her and my depression issue. She has trouble socializing, going grocery shopping, visiting with friends on regular basis, no energy) She has since been diagnosed with bipolar I moved out a year ago, but we remained best friends. 6 weeks ago her grandmother died a slow 2 week death and was her only link to her mother who died of breast cancer 4 years ago years and her dad upped an moved away all within 2 weeks. I was the Pallbearer in her grandmothers funeral and would check in daily while she was with her passing away grandmother. We would talk everyday for the last year Since then she no longer needs to be part of my life or other old friends. She only wants to go out with new friends or ones she used to not care about and stay out till all hours drinking, etc.. 4 nights a week, is hooking up, ignores her business partner because he's to negative, so the business is basically over, wants to start a photgraphy business, wants to give away her dog(to bothersome), Is the "happiest shes ever been", has no time for me, is all better because she's seen a therapist for 5 weeks and now has the tools to deal with her depression/bipolar. Also wants to go off meds. I miss her som much and it hurts to be left behind and Im worried about her. Is she going througha manic stage? How long will it last? Will I ever be important in her life again? Any help would be great!

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04/30/2008 13:55
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Somebody please read this and help me!
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04/30/2008 14:08
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Dear bfoster, You can only know what is going on inside of you. I can't predict her behavior for you. Take care of yourself. Focus on your issues.

You have every right to your feelings. Maybe you could try focusing on you and not be so focused on her.

We are here for you. Maybe someone else has some different ideas for you that will help.

Post edited by: norma, at: 04/30/2008 16:10

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04/30/2008 14:40
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Norma thanks! I know you dont know this person but does it seem like mania?
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04/30/2008 15:07
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It could be or not, honey. That is something only a doctor can assess.

She is responsible for her own behavior and whether she is going to take meds or not. It is hard for you, I know. But, in the long run if she doesn't want your help, here is not much you can do.

We can't predict the future. Or what people will do. And we can only support you and what is happening for you. She is welcome to join the site. If you want to suggest that to her.

"In the time of your life, live-so that in that wondrous time you shall not add to the misery and sorrow of the world, but, shall smile to the infinite variety and mystery of it." William Saroyan


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