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Thank you for sharing and for doing whatever you can to help. I have a lot of respect for [redacted] and felt that his recent behavior didn't match who he is as a person. Learning that the manic episode is due to bipolar disorder makes perfect sense now. If there's anything I can do to help, let me know. You can also email me privately at throwaway.[redacted]@gmail.com if you like.

Does he have family members any of you can contact?

They might be more willing to intervene than friends.

This is pronounced crisis and there may be more at stake than reputational damage. (Financial risk, risky sexual behavior, drug abuse, etc.)

Hey, wishing him and you the best. The SED slack community is concerned and willing to give a hand anytime. Keep it up, I am sure he'll get over it in time and with your help.