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Default Nov 22, 2020 at 01:47 PM
 
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Originally Posted by RosieGamgee View Post
Hi - I met a young person last year and we have become good friends. He was recently diagnosed with bi-polar and two other syndromes. I am kind of older and would like to support him but have never experienced anything like what he goes through. I am hoping to find others trying to support those they love who have mental health issues. At the moment he has turned against me quite suddenly and hasn't spoken to me for 10 days, which is odd. And has blocked me on social media. which is really odd. I am flying blind here and only have my guts and online resources/articles and a book to guide me. I would really appreciate communicating with others going through this.
Hi RosieGamgee. Welcome to Psych Central. I am sorry for the feelings you are having from your friend seemingly closing the door.

I cannot say precisely what their problem is, but when my friend got into a manic state in their bipolar cycle, they have turned on me in the past. Once they got treatment they were better towards me, but it really has changed the level of trust in my relationship with them.

These may be of interest:
Bipolar Disorder: Symptoms, Types & Treatments | Psych Central

Bipolar Disorder: Helping Your Loved One Manage a Manic Episode

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All the best to you,
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