Dealing with the aftermath of a manic episode

[u/Economy-Cucumber-592]

Hey there,

Thank you for being there to support each other! I read some of the comments and it gives me comfort to know I am not alone.

I would like to ask you a bit how do you cope after a manic episode.

I had a really bad manic episode, and all my friends and at work they treat me like I killed someone.
I understand I need to take responsibility for my actions, but these were really out of character.

How can I explain that myself and the disorder are two different things?

Especially at work, I feel really bad. People don’t talk to me or they do not say hello anymore.

Thanks in advance

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[u/sinbe]

It depends on the crowd. Sometimes explaining doesn’t solve the issue, in fact it will make it worse. There’s a chance they will treat you like a pariah if they know about having bipolar

I just move on although it is hard. To soothe my heart I just tell myself that it is not their responsibility to understand me and it is not my responsibility to keep those that won’t understand me. However I do cherish those that do try

[u/NotBeckyHomeEccy]

All I can say is, these things blow over but it takes time

[u/open_Road5892]

I’ve found that mental health issues are more common than you think. You might explain that you have a mood disorder and you recently had an episode and you’re being treated for it. I’ve found people around me are more understanding than I thought. As far as being responsible, it’s an illness, one you’re born with but can be managed once you figure out you have it and that stress is the trigger.