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Living and loving someone with MI presents relationship challenges and often others cannot see why we chose to stay with our partners.
Being mindful of not intruding on others stories I thought having a thread where we can share tips and encourage one another would be of value.
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@Dunks
Getting some advice and financial counseling is a wise move but scary too ...
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@Former-Member 😀
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@Lisek
The RANZCP treatment guidelines and algorithm for MDD is readily available on line if you want to do some bedside reading.
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Faith-and-HopeSenior Contributor
Feeling for you too @Lisek @Dunks .....
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Faith-and-HopeSenior Contributor
@Ontilt1971
Come and say hello to other carers doing it tough with difficult partner situations. I guess most of not all of us have sized up to the decision about whether to go or stay.
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@Ontilt1971 for those of us who chose to stay for the long haul, there are ongoing ups and downs we face because if MI, and having the support of like minded others helps us navigate through the difficult times.
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Shaz51Senior Contributor
hello @Dunks , @Lisek , thinking of you today and sending hugs 
Hello @Former-Member , @Faith-and-Hope , @Former-Member
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Quick wave @Sophie1 😀
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@starflame
A few of us "long haulers" have loved ones with bipolar, some of us are "oldies" on the forum. Please don't be shy, we are all here to help and support one another 😊.
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Hi @Epona this tread is for those of us who have chosen to stay for the long haul with our partners. Please feel free to join in and ask any questions. @Former-Member supports her husband with PTSD, but a lot of our loved ones have had trauma along the way ☹.
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