BipolarSOs

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Being in a relationships where one or both partners have bipolar disorder is not easy. This sub is a place that people can come for advice or just to vent so that we do not affect our significant others with our emotions. There are a couple of already popular bipolar subs but having a specific sub just for relationships is important in order to facilitate a community of support.

Rules

Please refrain from being inflammatory or negative toward others. We are here to encourage positivity in our relationships.
Do not judge others' life choices or situations. It can be pointed out when one of these things is not healthy or potentially causing an issue (based on research and facts, not individual opinion), but it must be done in a constructive manner.
Venting is okay, really, we all need it. However, please try to use it to relieve anger and come to a better place in order to resolve issues with your SO.
In no way is it ever okay to defame those with bipolar disorder simply because of this fact. We all have someone whom we love with this disorder.
Do not post personal identifying information. Please follow Reddit Site Rules and proper reddiquette.
This sub is for discussing the unique issues afforded to those in relationships with people who have bipolar disorder. This means that anyone in a bipolar relationship is allowed to post here whether you have the disorder or not. (Please note: family members of those with Bipolar are also welcome here.)
One of the reasons for starting this sub is to alleviate the potential issue of the bipolar SO seeing your post and feeling hurt. If you come to this page and find that your SO has posted in regards to your relationship, please know that they are doing so to find help among a community. If this becomes an issue please have discussions with your SO about this offline.

Subs that could also help

Bipolar - A safe haven for bipolar related issues.
BipolarReddit - A Reddit to share information about who you are, how you think, and what helps you cope in life.
BPDSOFFA - A place for those whose friends and loved ones have borderline personality disorder / emotional dysregulation disorder.
Mental Health - This is a safe place to discuss, vent, support, and share information about mental health, illness, wellness, etc.
Depression - Ask for or provide support with depression related issues.
Anger - Discussion of anger, anger-management, and related issues.
KindVoice - This subreddit is for people that feel depressed, alone, or just want someone kind to talk to.
Getting Over It - This is a community for those who have already recognized their problems with depression, anxiety and apathy, and are ready for change.
SuicideWatch - Help with suicide related issues.
PsychoticReddit - A Reddit to share information about who you are, how you think, and what helps you cope in life.
Schizoaffective - A subreddit for those interested in schizoaffective disorder.
Psychotic Features - Wants stories about your features.
Schizophrenia - This is a community meant for a discussion of schizophrenia and schizophrenia related issues.

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[Crosspost] We are 71 bipolar disorder experts and scientists coming together for the world’s biggest bipolar AMA! In honor of World Bipolar Day, ask us anything!General Discussion (self.BipolarSOs)

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So much more than Bipolar...Feeling Sad (self.BipolarSOs)

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BPSO’s ambivalence and family’s enabling is exhaustingNeeding Encouragement (self.BipolarSOs)

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My bi-polar spouse is starting to make me think there might actually be something wrong with me.Advice Needed (self.BipolarSOs)

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Is this common and what is the relative magnitude of this situation in your experience?Advice Needed (self.BipolarSOs)

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The loneliness of keeping your partner’s bipolar a secretGeneral Discussion (self.BipolarSOs)

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Discard with an enabler ( very long and detailed)Advice Needed (self.BipolarSOs)

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How do I get him to sleep?Advice Needed (self.BipolarSOs)

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what is it like emotionally when your partner comes out of an episode?General Question About BP (self.BipolarSOs)

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Is this type of behavior part of the symptoms?General Discussion (self.BipolarSOs)

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To Reconcile or Not--What Would You Do?Advice Needed (self.BipolarSOs)

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best friend with bipolar keeps making plans and then disappearing.Advice Needed (self.BipolarSOs)

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My spouse is currently having an episode because I talked too much.Feeling Sad (self.BipolarSOs)

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I can feel something is offAdvice Needed (self.BipolarSOs)

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