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All About Bipolar
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Wing of Madness

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The author is diagnosed with Bipolar II Disorder. However, the author is not a medical practitioner. Information on this website are based on my experiences and are not intended to replace a patient / doctor relationship. For diagnosis and treatment, please seek the advice of a doctor or psychiatrist. The author accepts no liability caused directly or indirectly from actions taken based on information contained on this website.



Family | Partners | Dating | Children | Friends | Parents

If your child, spouse, sibling, boyfriend, girlfriend, partner, parent or friend is bipolar, you suffer almost as much as they do. Here's an insight on what it's like for us and also things you can do to to help us, and yourself.    Note: I use "partner"  as my catchall phrase. But the information often holds equally well for children, parents, etc. Substitute as necessary.

19 May 09

On this page: Dating Issues | Living with someone who is Bipolar | Dealing with Other People
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Dating a Bipolar Person

I'm Bipolar. What Should My Partner Know?
Stuff you and your partner need to discuss soon after you are diagnosed, or soon after you start a new relationship.

My Partner Has Stopped Talking With Me
What happens if your boyfriend / girlfriend / partner stops talking to you for no apparent reason.

Relationship Falling Apart? Do NOT Give Your Partner Space (new: 27 Apr 09, revised: 1 May 09)
Your partner is bipolar or depressed. You've had one of those "separation" arguments. Here's why not to honour any decision to give your partner space or time apart.

This Great Person I Met is Bipolar. How Can I Help Them?
The real question is not how can you help them. It's should you help them.

About Breaking Up
An insider's view of what a breakup in a relationship is like.

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Living with a Bipolar Partner

I'm Bipolar. What Should My Partner Know?
Stuff you and your partner need to discuss soon after you are diagnosed, or soon after you start a new relationship.

We Need a Safe Space (new: 18 May 09)
When you are depressed, it is useful to hide in your bedroom. Here's why.

Living with a Depressed Person
This can be upsetting, annoying, irritating and frustrating. Here's why.


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Telling the World

Should I Tell People?
Yes, you should. But not necessarily everybody.