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Is My Hubby Bipolar??
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Okay. My hubby seems to have more mood swings than a pregnant women (been there! lol). It's like sometimes he has PMS or something (also know what that's like).

Anyway enough of the jokes. In all seriousness, he is SO moody. I never know what to expect. He can go from a good mood to a bad mood, and vice versa. It's insane.

He'll be all nice and sweet, and then something sets him off. He'll get really mad an violent. He used to just verbally abuse me, but lately it has turned to physical. He's a lot bigger than me too, so he really hurts me.

I never know what to expect. I'm constantly walking on eggshells around him. I try so hard to make (and keep) him happy.

Should he see someone about this? He's got a lot of anger and rage issues. i know he's got family issues and stuff that happened to him in the past.

Anyway I hope it doesn't get worse, but I am very worried. Thanks, everyone.
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crazy1331 (27023)
2009-08-12 20:57:39
Im bipolar aswell as my boyfriend. It sounds a lot like Bipolar I. He should go to his PCP asap. If he is getting violent with you then things need to change now. There is NO excuse for violence even if he is bipolar. Medicine should help with the anger a lot. It takes around one or two months for the medicine to work fully in your system. If the violence persists after that he may need more counseling or anger management. Please dont put yourself in a situation where you could get hurt. You might need to think of an escape plan if he gets to out of control. (my first husband was abusive) Good luck to ya!
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Anonymous (Story Author)
2009-08-14 03:54:29
@: crazy1331
Thank you so much! I will try to talk to him about it. I have depression & anxiety, along with OCD... but as far as I know, I'm not bipolar. But I really want him to get help cause it worries me. I don't want him hurting me, himself or anyone else. Thanks again for your help.
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supra661 (27599)
2009-08-25 11:27:40
@: Anonymous (Story Author)
Hey I just need to mention... Abuse is ABUSE. Verbal abuse is horrible enough! PHYSICAL abuse is even more egregious. You need to seek the support of a good counselor, and also make some plans for yourself... You need to be prepared to leave if your hubby doesn't agree with you and willingly go get some help.... That may be the only way to open his eyes enough for him to recognize his behavior as a problem.

One thing is for certain, though, if he is allowed to continue unchecked, there is a significant risk of escalating behaviors from him. If he doesn't change, get out while you still can!
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Anonymous (Story Author)
2009-08-26 04:18:39
@: supra661
Thanks! Yeah I've been preparing... saving a little money and got a few things packed. You just never know. It sucks to think that way, but I need to look out for myself. Thankfully he hasn't been as bad lately.
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anabolic19 (25748)
2009-09-11 17:59:48
he sounds a little like me but i would never hit my girlfriend i generally turn my anger inside to myself or to random people who i get into fights with, i also have issues with my family both my parents are alcoholics and there killing them selfs and i cant seem to stop them and this is where i think alot of my anger comes from like not being able to help or do anything you know? so maybe his stems from a similar thing but he should definatly get help i know i would love to get help but its unavailable to me but he should get it if not for himself for you, and its really good of you to try and help him like this women i know just shut me out of there lifes i never really get a chance to talk about it to anyone lol feels better just writing this comment :)
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simba1 (30156)
2009-10-22 18:40:07
Bi-polar or not, this is not an excuse or reason to beat people up. My mother is bi-polar, and used to hold carving knives to our throats, when she had been alright 10 minutes before hand. If he has bi-polar, he should be getting the medication he needs. If he wont take responsibilty for his own health and actions, get rid of him!!! I have not spoken to my mother since I was 18(I am now 35). I have left her to wallow in her own mire. She has no friends, but it is all her own doing. Take care.
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Anonymous (Story Author)
2009-10-24 06:47:05
@: simba1
Thanks! Frig, that is so sad :( Sorry to hear about you and your mom. That must have been really scary...
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Stupidlookingguy (21005)
2009-11-07 20:17:16
Yeah, take him to a psychiatrist.
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