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Default Mar 04, 2019 at 04:51 AM
 
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Originally Posted by lokiez View Post
Her IQ was tested when she was around 12 and was found to be in slow learner's range and it does reflect when she talks.

I understand that sharing my views on Social media is all i can do and its ultimately her choice but then given her condition i ask myself if she is really capable of talking an rational decision for herself? I dont think so at least now when she is in Manic phase. This is the reason why i have been trying to find some way.

@luvyrself: Thanks a lot for your inputs. There are times I have been able to put across my points and she gets it but then after sometime its same story which makes it quite hard.
---I really get this. For me hypomania is so dangerous with the distorted thinking and one's guard down. Distraction into some more productive activities could help a lot, getting her out, making vigorous exercise fun (water aerobics is my lifeline), encouraging self expression thru hobbies, all that helps me. There was a reality series about Downs Syndrome patients that was absolutely excellent and showed how parents helped their Downs kids navigate romances. She is so, so lucky to have someone who cares. I am currently looking for "mood buddies" to keep in touch with as sounding boards. My guy friend far away on the east coast does this best so far-very level headed.

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