I am bipolar and I have a couple of people that support me, but most think I am just putting on a show or trying to get attention. My brother thinks it is all related to money. When you have money you are up and when you are broke you are down. I quit trying to get emotional support from my family and friends. I have my husband and my mom and that is it. I do feel all alone most of the time. I want to print out what you said and give it to my kids and the rest of my family and friends. I don't "technically" consider myself as having friends because a friend supports you. I have one like the one you described and she doesn't mind talking about the negative stuff as long as she is doing the talking, but when I do it is drama. I go to a support group, but I am already sick of it. They don't seem to be listening (really listening) and I just don't feel comfortable with that group. I wish you all the best and will remember you in my thoughts and prayers.

God bless
Billie