Things You Should Never Say to Someone with Bipolar Mania

Words are curious things. They can help shape us in ways we never realized, and they can also tear us down. If you know someone who is struggling with bipolar mania, the words you speak to them should be chosen carefully. It takes only a few words to build up a person’s self esteem. Conversely, it also only takes a slight twist of words to cut and hurt. Here are some things that you should never say to someone with bipolar mania disorder.
  1. “Why are you acting so foolish?” Some of the behaviors related to bipolar mania can be difficult for friends and family to handle. However, it’s important to remember that these behaviors are congruent with the individual’s bipolar mania disorder, which should make it easier to accept. Consider researching the illness to understand it more fully.
  2. “You’re much too smart to have bipolar disorder or manic depression.’’ Bipolar disorder is a mental illness, it isn’t a choice and it is no way reflective of an individual’s level of intelligence. Inferring that someone is “too smart” to have the illness is, in effect, disregarding the legitimacy of the illness itself.
  3. “Did you stop taking your medication?” Again, recovery is a long road and there will be peaks and valleys along that road. It isn’t a light switch that is turned on and off with medication. Take a few minutes to read up on the symptoms of bipolar disorder to educate yourself about the illness.
  4. “You don’t sound yourself today.” Bipolar mania is an illness that affects an individual’s mood, along with their relationships, self esteem, etc. Pointing out that the person doesn’t “sound” like themselves only agitates the situation and is not being truly compassionate toward that person.
  5. Instead of saying these phrases, try instead to offer love, confidence, and support with words such as, “You are very important to me,” “I love you and care about you,” and “I’m sorry you’re in this pain.”

For more information about the symptoms of bipolar disorder, visit BPHope.com today. This online magazine is dedicated to the hope and harmony for people with bipolar mania, and they offer a number of well-written articles that fall into categories such as treatments, relationships, kids, symptoms, etc. They also offer access to a community forum where people with mania bipolar are encouraged to discuss their thoughts and concerns in a safe environment. 

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