bipolar spouse support groups
How bad do things need to get before you walk away from a bipolar/bpd spouse?
He was diagnosed as bipolar II in 2004, but I wonder if that may have been wrong, because he also has numerous symptoms of borderline personality disorder. He is off his meds, out of counseling, no longer has a doctor, and dropped out of his church support group. He has broken every promise he has made to myself and our children. I am miserable and their behavior is getting out of control. My financial life is also a mess thanks to him. All I want to do is run and never come back, but after 13 years of marriage I feel I could and should do more. But how do you help someone who doesn’t think they need help? I really want to talk to him about this, but I am afraid of his reaction. My kids, their safety, and theirs and my mental health has to come first. I just don’t know if I have truly tried everything. I will glady take any advice or prayers you have. PLEASE HELP ME!
I am dealing with some of the same things you are, though not as severe. I will pray for you and ask that you pray for me as well. God can get you through this.
I have asked a trusted friend for some Biblical counsel on the matter. I bring this up since you mentioned prayer and church — maybe you can find someone to do the same for you.
God, please keep this mom and her children safe. Please watch over her and give her the protection only You can. Please guide her and give her wisdom to take the next step and please show her what that should be.
