Bipolar Type II Support Group

just wanted to vent for a minute. It seems that everytime I am in a bad mood or the kids are getting on my nerves, the first question out of my wife's mouth is "Did you take your meds?" I have tried to explain that these are not magic pills that make my whole life beautiful, but she doesn't get it. Even thugh I am BP, life events still effect me. Does anyone else have this problem with a significant other or can they offer any advice?

Thanks

Mark

I have only had that happen one time and it was an honest question. But I understand what you mean; it's kind of like asking a woman in a bad mood if she's on her period. It's a little condesending (sp?)

Just tell her that you don't think it's a fair question and try talking it out with her.

Colleen

I can understand how this can get to be annoying, but dont you think its a fair question?

I feel like it takes some work and self-examination to make this determination and do something about behavior I can control.

Just my $.02.

Colleen

I've learned to just say yes and let it go. It's not easy to do, you really have to work at it. Drinking alcohol lessens the effectiveness of the meds too, so that is like missing a dose or two. I know I'm not suppose to drink, but hey.....don't take everything away. Hang in there.

Bubba

I over indulge at times. I don't like to becauxe like you said, it messes with the meds. I don't seem to enjoy it as much anymore. But yeah, I can't be blamed because I have asked the kids 15 times to turn their bedroom light off and then when I walk by it's on. Iv'e tried all the fining and taking of privelage crap. It only worked for one. Doesn't matter. As long as you get my point.

Mark

Mark

Mark