My son has been off his meds for about a year.  DC during this time he has been on a fairly even place.  I have been sencing that he has been ramping up to another manic episode but of course I don't know anything. 
Well last night all hell broke loose.  He met a friend that totally understands him.  I'm sure that this person is made up and is just in his mind.  It has happened before.  So last night he went out and got drunk. At least he reaches out to me for or a ride.  Ok I texted him and offered a ride.
My wife believes we can reason with him I don't believe that he is able to understand in his current mood.
I sent him a mental health center to reach out for help. 
Not sure what is going to happen now.
Now the kicker. He is planning a trip to Mexico this Wednesday.   Is been planned for some time now.   Don't know if I can keep him form going.
Dam I hate mental illness.