BIPOLARIZED: Weathering the Storms of Loving a Bipolar Son

by Lori Long

Have you ever wondered what it must be like to support a loved one with bipolar disorder, while navigating and surviving their highs and lows? Imagine being on a surfboard soaring up and down through the waves, all while being engulfed by a relentless and unpredictable tsunami.

The title Bipolarized captures the essence of the emotional ups and downs, and perfectly describes the experience of navigating life with a bipolar loved one. This is the reality for those who love and support someone with this disorder.

Bipolarized is a raw and poignant memoir that dives deep into the heart of a family living in the constant whirlpool of bipolar disorder. Through the eyes of a devoted mother, this book offers an intimate glimpse into the tumultuous journey of loving a son battling this challenging mental health condition.

Witness the struggles, mishaps, and occasional moments of joy that come with the bipolar disorder. Witness also the unwavering strength of the author’s son and the family’s unyielding commitment to him.

This compelling narrative goes beyond the surface, delving into the resilience and compassion that emerge in the face of adversity. It’s a testament to the power of love and the human spirit, even in the darkest of times.

192 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 26, 2024

Reviews

[Treva Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

I tore through this book in less than one day. The author’s tale of parenting a son with Bipolar I disorder made me mad, sad and full of empathy for her journey. As we read, over and over, about the many ways the system failed her family, I couldn’t help but ponder on the way her other son, Kurt, was feeling as her son who was sick, Riley, hogged all of his parents’ attention. I pray they’re both doing okay today.