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Uptown liked post by Anon Pink On thread : Is Depression Killing Our Marriage? Maybe BPD?Yikes, poor guy. This sounds like bait and switch gone horribly wrong! Since you didn't see this side of her before you got married, it may not be BPD because that stuff just doesn't take a...Liked On: 05-08-2013, 09:51 PM
Posted On: 05-07-2013, 04:53 PM Uptown liked post by soulpotato On thread : How do I talk to my wife about seeking therapy for BPD?LQ, lots of information! We only have the information we're given, so that's what we work with. Whenever BPD is mentioned, a lot of people will advocate abandonment, which obviously I can't agree...Liked On: 05-08-2013, 07:59 PM
Posted On: 05-08-2013, 12:36 PM Uptown liked post by Sanity On thread : An epidemic of narcissismThis is why mandatory parenting classes should be part of the curriculum regardless if they want to have kids. These classes should be taught in a realistic setting where they have take home a doll...Liked On: 05-07-2013, 09:18 PM
Posted On: 05-06-2013, 02:25 PM Uptown liked post by Prodigal On thread : Walking on eggshellsIt sounds like your husband has the expectation that it is everyone else's responsibility to "make" him happy. As I just told another poster here, happiness is an inside job. Your husband is...Liked On: 05-06-2013, 09:25 PM
Posted On: 05-06-2013, 01:19 PM Uptown liked post by Waking up to life On thread : Walking on eggshellsYour H sounds very much like mine. Please, please read what Uptown has posted above and follow his advice. In addition to what he posted, I'd add in reading this article about Borderline Waifs:...Liked On: 05-06-2013, 09:18 PM
Posted On: 05-06-2013, 08:19 PM Uptown liked post by IsGirl3 On thread : Walking on eggshellsUptown, I was just doing a search for your list of hell to give that link to this poster. She used the keywords - 'walking on eggshells' and 'abandonment' that made me think her husband has BPD.Liked On: 05-06-2013, 09:18 PM
Posted On: 05-06-2013, 08:08 PM Uptown liked post by unbelievable On thread : How do I talk to my wife about seeking therapy for BPD?She's not in prison, so she can control her temper. She apparently doesn't scream at and dog cuss the police. If she works, she doesn't act insane at work. She chooses to not control her temper...Liked On: 05-06-2013, 07:39 PM
Posted On: 05-06-2013, 06:40 PM Uptown liked post by soulpotato On thread : How do I talk to my wife about seeking therapy for BPD?People with BPD can eventually learn to face themselves and take responsibility, but there's always going to be some sensitivity to blame or criticism, perceived or otherwise. A lot of things can...Liked On: 05-06-2013, 07:35 PM
Posted On: 05-06-2013, 12:49 PM Uptown liked post by notperfectanymore On thread : How do I talk to my wife about seeking therapy for BPD?Rule #1...don't tell her you think she has it...trust me ;). Force her to get help for her "issues" and let a professional diagnose her. Begin taking care of yourself. The above poster is correct,...Liked On: 05-06-2013, 07:34 PM
Posted On: 05-06-2013, 11:12 AM Uptown liked post by Anon Pink On thread : How do I talk to my wife about seeking therapy for BPD?There is a member named Uptown who has been in your shoes and generously offers help for spouses dealing with BPD. You seem to have a positive attitude and lots of hope for mental to return. While...Liked On: 05-06-2013, 07:33 PM
Posted On: 05-06-2013, 08:50 AM Uptown liked post by Waking up to life On thread : Am I supposed to constantly sufferYES! Let her go, and don't be talked into going there. And NO, don't tell her or her parents you are seeing a psychologist. BPDers are fantastic about making the non-BPD spouse feel like THEY are the...Liked On: 05-05-2013, 10:30 PM
Posted On: 05-05-2013, 08:11 PM Uptown liked post by Anon Pink On thread : depressed spouse helpMeds alone will allow some improvement. But it is a battle to completely turn the corner on depression. Success stories for depression aren't that prolific because depression is experienced in a very...Liked On: 05-05-2013, 11:35 AM
Posted On: 05-02-2013, 11:02 PM Uptown liked post by Mavash. On thread : depressed spouse helpMeds help but what gets most people are the side affects. Weight gain/loss, loss of libido, insomnia/sleep too much, something. The best method is therapy WITH meds. I beat depression...Liked On: 05-05-2013, 11:35 AM
Posted On: 05-03-2013, 01:45 PM Uptown liked post by 3Xnocharm On thread : Tumultuous relationshipOh my god, what a whiny baby he is! I am totally exhausted just from reading what you are dealing with! This left ME feeling anxious! I really hope he has some success with the psychologist, it must...Liked On: 05-03-2013, 06:34 PM
Posted On: 05-03-2013, 09:25 AM Uptown liked post by 3Xnocharm On thread : Wife doesn't treat me well and wants kids.Really?? Cuz HERE is the woman you originally met, she evidently lasted less than six months: "The first six months (During an internship) she was fun, gave motivation, but had a side that would...Liked On: 05-02-2013, 10:23 PM
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