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During a manic episode, you may do things that you wouldn’t do normally. You may hurt people that you care about. You may make bad decisions that are tough to fix.
Picking up the pieces after a depressive or manic phase can be hard. Sometimes, it may seem easier to isolate yourself. You may be ashamed of how you’ve acted and afraid to face your friends and family again. But isolation usually isn’t good.
Instead, think about reaching out to the people that you hurt. Explain how you really haven’t been yourself. You may need to make some apologies. If you did something wrong, you may want to let them know that you’re getting help.
If you’ve been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, your first reaction may be to keep it a secret. Certainly sharing it with others is hard. And, it may not be a good idea for everyone. Your doctor or counselor can help you decide that.
But keeping your illness a secret from everyone may not be a good idea. It may be helpful if your friends and family understand what you’re going through. Bipolar disorder is an illness like other medical illnesses. It’s not something to be ashamed of.
Also of Interest
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Use a Mood Chart (PDF Format) to learn about your bipolar disorder and possible triggers. |
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