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In reply to the discussion: Any suggestion on dealing with a bi polar sibling? [View all]peace13
(11,076 posts)I can understand the roller coaster you were riding on. So much of your list is things that I have witnessed with my sister. When my older sister got sick it seemed like Sue's problems really escalated. My mother also exhibits these same symptoms yet as you say, appears 'normal' to most people much of the time. For much of the five years people didn't know who to believe. In the end both my mother and sister had lit into hospice employees, assisted living employees and the final blow...the funeral director. It has been three weeks since Anne died. My mind is numbed by the actions of my surviving family. I will follow up with research as you suggest and try like hell to separate the disease from the person(s).
The lying and memory loss have really blistered over the past three years. It is scary and hopeless to deal with.
You write that this list makes your wife sound horrible but I think you have painted the living hell that she has to live in. I think your post is a tribute to you both and paints a picture that many people find themselves in. You show love and compassion for someone who has run you through the ringer. You are a caring and kind soul and I thank you so much for sharing this!
I wish the best for you! Peace and love, Kim