So, I have been having psychosis symptoms with my bipolar disorder and decided to tell my mom hopeing that she would be supportive, but I guessed wrong. She doesn't feel that I have a problem and it is so frustrating to me that she wants to remain ignorant to the disease. I just want her loving support but I guess that I won't be able to get that.
Sometimes, it is hard for a parent to hear that something is wrong with their child, therefore she thinks that probably you are going through difficult times. Talk to her again and try to explain well about your symptoms. It takes time to understand the situation. God bless you.
I agree with Marcie it is definately hard for some parents to accept that their children are struggling. I to was recently diagnosed with Bipolar and my mum is always quick to dismiss me especially when I am not well.
I feel she doesn't want to hear me, understand me or even look at me. But I have been working really hard to make her see the way I do at times and she is adjusting and realising that I need her. We are slowly being able to talk it through together but it has taken a lot of time and patience on my part there are still things that I choose not to say to her because I am scared but I have realised that is okay perhaps talking things through with someone else that is close to you helps before I reach out to my parents.
I really hope everything works out for you and your family, :)
Take care of yourself and know we are always here if you need a helping hand or just someone to talk to.
Thanks guys. I definitely have to realize that my mom may still be in shock and that I have to give her a chance to understand. I will talk to her again and hopefully that will change what is going on now.
From Mood Disorders to Bipolar Disorder
From Mood Disorders to Bipolar Disorder