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[quote=Anonymous]I'm sorry OP. That's awful. Sounds like maybe a mood disorder (bipolar disorder)? If so, just know that it is a life long effort to manage. He will have periods (like the year and a half) where symptoms are manageable and he will have periods where things get out of control again. Medication needs to be titrated many times through the course of treatment for various reasons. He also may need ongoing therapy to gain insight/awareness into when his symptoms are impacting his day-to-day.

The bigger question here is whether you are willing/able to be along for that ride. If not, that's okay but be clear and firm. You have kids with him, so you will have to be supportive in some ways to ensure their safety and happiness.

If you want to try to make marriage work, commit to better educating yourself about his condition, getting yourself therapy as well and setting strong boundaries around his behavior, especially with the kids.

It's a tough road either way OP and I wish you and your family all the best in navigating it. There are lots of people who live fulfilling lives with mood disorders (or similar diagnoses) but it's not a linear path and there are always ups and downs. [/quote]

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