If you’re experiencing a desperate situation, it may seem like there’s no help available. However, bipolar disorder help is always available, if you know where to look.
First, you need to evaluate the severity of the symptoms you’re experiencing. Do you feel like hurting yourself or someone else? Do you wish that you were dead? Do you have a plan for suicide? If you’ve answered ”yes” to any of these questions, get a ride to the emergency room or call 911. The professionals there can get you the bipolar disorder help you need to help you get through this crisis. Don’t wait or worry that you’re not “sick enough” – just make the call and get the help that you need.
If you’re living with someone with bipolar, and are concerned about their severe symptoms, you may need to step in and get bipolar disorder help for them. If they are behaving erratically, talking about suicide or homicide, or threatening to harm themselves or someone else, you may need to make the call for them. Call 911 or your local police department, and explain that you have a mental health emergency in your home. Describe the behavior, and be prepared to tell the responders the doctor your loved one sees, as well as any medications that they take regularly or may have overdosed on.
Every year, bipolar disorder claims the lives of thousands of people. It’s important to be prepared with a crisis plan. If you’re bipolar, be sure your loved ones know how to take proper care of you if you get sick. If you live with someone who is bipolar, gather necessary information when they are well and be prepared to help them in a crisis
