Processing a breakup with someone who’s an alcoholic (no longer in recovery), bipolar (gone off his meds), and has sociopathic tendencies. I realise he’s sick, but the extreme PTSD and panic attacks a

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Might be worth taking a few personal days and speak with a professional to help work on some coping/ focusing techniques?

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I agree with M1. Take the days to ...ya know, just process it, journal it, talk with your family/friends, read articles that you find helpful, research therapists

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are affecting me at work somewhat. Tough to focus, tough to stay calm, forgetting lots of things. I’ll get better with a lot of work but I’m worried I’ll get in trouble. Told my PM but i don’t expect her to be forgiving forever.

It sounds like you could use some help there. Forgot his issues. You actually need to focus on yours because these things deteriorate.

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