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I was diagnosis with bipolar disorder type 2 and OCD and self harm and anxeixty and depression and it been hard with my daughter having autism and adhd and i need help how to cope with it and what could i do????
Wow. You do have a lot on your plate. Is it just you and the kid? Just know that we are all here for you sweetheart anytime day or night. You should also know that none of this is your fault. The trials we endure throughout our lives are a sign that we are blessed. You are a blessed child of God and you have what it takes to make it through this. He puts his hand out for us all we have to do is have enough trust to reach out and take it. And He will carry you through this. You can do this. Look up a poem called "Footprints in the Sand".
I'm new to this also, but really had it all my life just coped with what I felt and never sought help. How old is your daughter?
My youngest son (10) has Autism in the moderate range and I'm the same; never left him with anyone and have always been the care taker and kept up with my other 3 children husband businesses. Getting sick and not recovering 2 years ago pushed me over the edge and really wrecked my mind body & soul.
It all gets too much doesn't it? just the stress of having a child with Autism is enough to stress most people. I'm sorry you're going through this also; I hope you find help and can have a bit of time to yourself to relax for some down time.
take care of yourself =)
My youngest son (10) has Autism in the moderate range and I'm the same; never left him with anyone and have always been the care taker and kept up with my other 3 children husband businesses. Getting sick and not recovering 2 years ago pushed me over the edge and really wrecked my mind body & soul.
It all gets too much doesn't it? just the stress of having a child with Autism is enough to stress most people. I'm sorry you're going through this also; I hope you find help and can have a bit of time to yourself to relax for some down time.
take care of yourself =)
Make sure you find a qualified psychiatrist, and take your medication regimine religiously. Seek personal therapy for yourself, and find a place for your daughter where she can feel safe and interact with others, and not feel the strain of your suffering all the time. You need a break from her health at time, most parents of children with autism do. She'll need the same break from you.
Develop a crisis strategy, an action plan for times when you cant cope, or your daughter can't cope. Write it down and keep it where you can see it, like on the fridge door.
Find the local crisis line phone numbers, call them as often as you need to. They're there to help you when you need it the most.
Develop spirituality- not necessarily religion, but rather find yourself a higher power if you don't already have one. Pray to whatever it might be for you, learn to rely on something stronger than you. Keep your Drs well informed, and educate yourself about your and your daughter's illnesses. Education is key to understanding. You can't address/fix/treat properly what you can't understand. Learn as much as you can, ask a LOT of questions, listen to what will actually help you and save the rest for reference if you need it later.
It IS possible to cope with your illness and remain a successful parent. Asking for physical help doens't mean you are weak, it means you're strong enough to admit that you can't do it alone. Search out any groups for parents with autism. Go, learn, act.
You've got alot on your plate, but you CAN do this. You CAN do this.
Develop a crisis strategy, an action plan for times when you cant cope, or your daughter can't cope. Write it down and keep it where you can see it, like on the fridge door.
Find the local crisis line phone numbers, call them as often as you need to. They're there to help you when you need it the most.
Develop spirituality- not necessarily religion, but rather find yourself a higher power if you don't already have one. Pray to whatever it might be for you, learn to rely on something stronger than you. Keep your Drs well informed, and educate yourself about your and your daughter's illnesses. Education is key to understanding. You can't address/fix/treat properly what you can't understand. Learn as much as you can, ask a LOT of questions, listen to what will actually help you and save the rest for reference if you need it later.
It IS possible to cope with your illness and remain a successful parent. Asking for physical help doens't mean you are weak, it means you're strong enough to admit that you can't do it alone. Search out any groups for parents with autism. Go, learn, act.
You've got alot on your plate, but you CAN do this. You CAN do this.
Hi and welcome to the bipolar community.
I have posted on you depression question and I am glad you came here.
Message to anyone trying to help: She has posts on the depression forum.
Message to Jodi: It may take a while to get some info but I hope it is helpful.
If you get time let everyone know more about the problems you are having with your daughter. Some may have experience like yours.
I have posted on you depression question and I am glad you came here.
Message to anyone trying to help: She has posts on the depression forum.
Message to Jodi: It may take a while to get some info but I hope it is helpful.
If you get time let everyone know more about the problems you are having with your daughter. Some may have experience like yours.
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