I was diagnosed with Bipolar 1 disorder 14 years ago. I take my meds everyday, go to therapy and stay sober. If you ask anyone I work/worked with they will tell you I have it together and my career thus far has exceeded my (and others) expectations.

I'm sorry your brother is going through hell right now, trust me I have been there. I know the burden it can put on friends and family, but you really shouldn't lump all people with mental illness like they are useless. If treated you wouldn't even know they are diagnosed.

You can contact me directly if you would like to chat about your brother. I know with treatment he can turn his life around. He just needs to do the work.