How do I talk to her?

[BadlyDrawnGirl]

I've got a really strong feeling that my best friend has BiPolar disorder, but I don't know how to suggest it to her. She's really stubborn and would hate anyone pointing out a weakness, but I'm scared that if she does have it and I don't say anything, she'll never figure it out and/or go and get help. However, if she doesn't have it and I've suggested she does, I don't want her to be upset and mad at me for thinking she's 'mental' or whatever. Should I bring it up? If so, how?

 

[starlitskie]

What does she do that makes you think she has it?

 

[Marie]

Be careful with this one. She may have Narcissistic personality disorder. In which case, if you suggest mental illness you will no longer have a friend! Just say you've noticed how she behaves and ask her if she is ok. Let her then think about it, I wouldn't mention a condition. Just suggest a visit to the doctor to make sure anything is ok!

 

[maudikie]

To badly drawn girl.

Has her behaviour changed since you thought she might be ill?
Has she made other friends recently?
How old is she? - And how old are you?

 

[TherapyTribe]

Hi


Does her behavior changed .Just suggest to visit to the doctor or any therapist to make sure anything is ok!


Thanks

 

[maudikie]

Maudikie

You use this site, so if she visits you at home show it to her, She might somethow realise that she is like a lot of others, and decide to use it herself. Then someone can make suggestions to her about what she could do.