Topic: Does anyone have tips with bipolar people?

[GuyStarwind]

I have a friend who is bipolar and I sometimes get stressed with what to do. Do you guys/girls have any ideas?

[A-Yty]

My tip would not to approach the issue as if it were something that requires any special powers. I think you should ask yourself why it makes you stressed out. And is it only recently he/she was diagnosed? If so, your friend is probably just adjusting to it.

Also, things tend to work better when you talk to people themselves.

[Mooning Freddy]

Tell him to stop being bipolar and start being bi-winning.





(sorry couldn't help myself.  )

Seriously though, I think I had a friend like that. I can't say his moods changed constantly but he had some real issues. Had a very narrow set of fields he was absolutely OBSESSED with (to be exact three subjects: Music, Sports, Video games, period.)
He either hated things, loved them or disregarded them completely. We were really good friends for many years but as I grew up I grew sick of him and we both parted ways.

[X]

The only advice I can prescribe to you (as I'm not a doctor) is patients. It's about the only thing you can exercise right now with people like this. Also try to understand more about your friend. If you can sync with this person in terms of likes and dislikes then there shouldn't be much of a problem. In the end though, it's not their fault that they have this mental condition. It's just something that happened and they are the ones whom have no choice but to live with it. And I personally feel that living with a condition of any kind is far worse then tolerating it for brief periods of time.

[Lelygax]

Maybe I've this problem so maybe I can help you: If he is not angry, enjoy this moment while you can, for real. If he gets angry, try to know if he really wants you to be near him at said time, if yes, try to dont make jokes or things that you know for sure that he dislike, imagine that something is pissing him off, its like that but theres nothing to piss him off.

I've returned from a hospital right now, maybe I will discover my real situation in some months (wish me luck)

[TheouAegis]

It's a bipolar guy? I heard bipolar girls can get really frisky. Not sure about guys.

[GuyStarwind]

In this case girl.

[A-Yty]

I heard bipolar girls can get really frisky.

That's..uh..maybe something that would look nice on a T-shirt..?

[Shiroi Koumori]

I know someone who is bipolar. She is interested in one thing for a while then suddenly loses interest. When she is happy, everything is great, but when she is depressed, she'll drag you down with her. argh.
I suggest get to know her mood swings. She would show symptoms that would exhibit when her is happy or sad, that would be a guide for you to act accordingly.

I heard bipolar girls can get really frisky.

Only when they are in the mood. They can be bitches when they're not. And always remember, they're eyes are never on you 100% of the time. Oh and they can dump you whenever they feel like it. Be cautious when dating one. 

[GuyStarwind]

I know someone who is bipolar. She is interested in one thing for a while then suddenly loses interest. When she is happy, everything is great, but when she is depressed, she'll drag you down with her. argh.
I suggest get to know her mood swings. She would show symptoms that would exhibit when her is happy or sad, that would be a guide for you to act accordingly.

Only when they are in the mood. They can be bitches when they're not. And always remember, they're eyes are never on you 100% of the time. Oh and they can dump you whenever they feel like it. Be cautious when dating one. 

Your last sentence is pretty much my issue. Awhile back I made a topic saying I was depressed because of a girl. Well, stupid me forgot she was bipolar. So, I was more or less dumped for a few days and suddenly she starts sending me things saying how wonderful and amazing I am. Well, last night she tells me she's feeling very bipolar and next thing I know she tells me I'm friend zoned. Am I going to get the praising text here in a few days? I've learned if she's tired then I should back away. I'm completely head over heels for this girl and want to make this work. So, I came here asking some second opinions. I've learned patience is very important.

[X]

This is the same girl?? Aww man, this changes the playing field and not necessarily in a good way. Are you 100% sure you want to make this work with her? Your life could be a rough one from here-on out if you decide to stay with her. From the sounds of it she'll be bouncing back and fourth; staying with you, dumping you, staying, dumping, you get the idea. Personally it's a risk that I would not even take. If a bipolar woman asked me to get into a personal relationship with her and I knew what her deal was, I would say no and tell her exactly why. Even if she was hot as hell it wouldn't change a thing. It sounds a little heartless of me, but that's only because I'm looking out for myself, my health and my happiness. I could never be happy with a woman who changes her mind on a whim like that. It would be an ulcer inducing nightmare; very unhealthy for a stable relationship. If you feel you want to giver her this chance then that's entirely up to you. In the end it's your life and your choice. But do try and be careful for your sake, okay? 

[Lelygax]

Do you love her? If you love her enough to endure all this even knowing of the risks, go for it. But be aware that you will get some scars and probably end alone.

[TheouAegis]

Watch "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" and then decide if you want to try to keep things going with her. Imagine essentially being Jim Carrey not just once but week after week with this girl.

Also, a lot of girls are like that. Hate hate hate you then want to ride your bone till the dogs snatch it away from them. .... Ew, bad allegory.

[Shiroi Koumori]

I've learned patience is very important.

It takes more than patience. It is tough. I would rather be friends with them than be in a relationship.
Love is one thing, but what happens when you get fed up? People have their limits.

[Lelygax]

They are like any other kind of people, they only change back and forth really fast. Also they could be really grateful if you are one of the rare people that really understand him.