How to help someone with bipolar disorder

[@DeepakKumarPSIR]

These kids are amazing ❤

[@JaniceJohnson-dl9hd]

I have bipolar one .I almost destroyed my marriage,my relationship with my children,and got my self in legal trouble and destroyed my career because I thought I did not need my meds anymore and stopped which put me in a manic episode and a psychotic break.Unless you have bipolar nobody truly understands what we go through but the videos you make I’am hoping people can understand what we go through .You speak from your heart and you keep it real. I been in and out of the hospital over the years.I had a lot of suicide attempts over the years and legal trouble and it was always when I went off my meds.You need these meds for life its never worth trying to get off them !! Trust me I learned the hard way !!!! Iam trying to put my life back together now. Thank you for your videos!!!❤️

[@MeganAmaya]

Thank you so much for sharing your story! Although I would never wish this illness upon anybody it does comfort me to know I’m not alone. And I’m so happy my videos are inspiring and helping you feel less alone as well 🩷 I’m happy you’re here. We would prob be besties in the psych ward! Just kidding but seriously 😂🥹🥹 I hope you are well as well as healing and recovering ❤️‍🩹 I know it’s such a process! Sending love 💕

[@Just_Kenli]

New subbie💕 Thank you for your words💕

[@MeganAmaya]

Thank you for your support babe💕💕

[@kieferjustine9392]

Thank you for making this video. I have biploar 1. I find it very encouraging, especially seeing you with your family. ❤

[@MeganAmaya]

Awww that makes me sooo happy!!!! You’re welcome!!! So glad you feel encouraged! We got this 💪🏻

[@jamielauro2623]

Thanks for the explanations you are so right to force someone into help when they are not ready is just the worst thing you can do… Beautiful babies!!!

[@jamielauro2623]

I have been diagnosed with bipolar one ADHD …I have been given so many different medications it not even funny and when you find the few that work stick with it!!’ I’m the same as you I’ll start a medication and then stop one. Also please keep making more videos because I look to this channel as something I can relate to love your videos.

[@darbirhian]

Fellow bipolar I mama to 2 kids 10 and under. I've been watching a lot of your videos! I have experienced a very different life with this disorder than you have; I basically mostly turn reclusive during episodes. I had my first and only hospitalization when my kids were 4 and 1 and it scared the shit out of me. I was never consistently medicated prior to that and went almost a decade without a manic episode so thought I wasn't actually bipolar. Back then, my mania turned psychotic and I spent 10 days in the psych ward. I actually heard command hallucinations which I had never had before. I knew I need to be stable and healthy for my kids and spouse and I've committed to treatment ever since. I haven't self medicated with alcohol since my 20s and I'm in my 40s now. I will never come off my medications as my disorder is very unpredictable and potentially dangerous. Solidarity. Parenting is tough work!!!

[@MeganAmaya]

Thank you so much for your heartfelt comment!!🩷 means a lot to me! Would never wish bipolar on anyone but it’s comforting to know I’m not alone. Thank you for watching my videos 😘

[@Lilassi]

Awwww great video love your kiddos ,im a bipolar Nanna ive had episodes in the last seven years which have gotten worse last year was the worst of all time which ended up me in hospital abroad im now in the extremely depressive phase now and its never felt heavier ,the shame the guilt the fear ,thank you for your honesty

[@MeganAmaya]

Wow, thank you so much for this comment. It means a lot to me. I’m so sorry that you’re going through the downswing. If anyone understands it’s me Bipolar disorder is such a difficult battle. That fuel will actually understand how challenging it is. I’m so happy you found my channel and I hope it’s bringing you a little bit of comfort hang in there things will get better. 🩷🩷

[@gailroraback2906]

Thank you for all this information. I've been trying to help a friend w bp2. This really help especially the part about fighting taking meds. You're a great mom! Keep it up.

[@MeganAmaya]

You are too kind! Thank you for this comment it means a lot to me! Sending love 🫶🏻🫶🏻

[@LoloHideaway]

Megan, thank you, your videos are so helpful for me to understand my bp1 brother. He's currently in a manic episode, but thankfully in the hospital now. We're praying he will accept his diagnosis and treatment this time. P.S also love your grwm videos! You're so pretty ✨

[@MeganAmaya]

Awwww thank you for the very kind compliment. It means a lot to me. I’m sorry about your brother. I hope he gets well soon and accepts his diagnosis and takes medication. Sometimes it takes a couple of tries unfortunately. And thank you I love making get ready with me videos you’re so sweet sending positive energy for your family 🩷

[@shehnaazmaneck210]

you are fantastic n v practical all the best

[@MeganAmaya]

Awww thank you 😊

[@DeepakKumarPSIR]

Thanks dear ❤️

[@Ghostheque]

Would you consider doing a video about how to cope with when a person with bipolar 1 goes missing? Thank you so much.

[@MeganAmaya]

Yes I can do that. Missing meaning they are on the streets or what do you mean?

[@Ghostheque]

@@MeganAmaya they have just gone missing. They left everything. Job. Home. Responsibilities. And all involved don’t know where they are.

[@MeganAmaya]

@@Ghostheque that is so horrible!! I’m so incredibly sorry 😢 I would say the only thing you can do is pray 🙏🏻 was he or she on medication?

[@katherineinca]

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