Bipolar friend has blocked me on social media and possibly his phone. What are the chances he will ever talk to me again?

[ButterflyLove2]

He is my best guy friend right now and both of us have expressed a possible interest in having a relationship with one another depending on how our friendship goes. However, he just got out of a manic phase and is in a deep depression where he does not leave his house unless he absolutely has to, is rarely active on social media, and supposedly is not answering calls or texts from anyone. I have been sending him a daily text saying "R u doing okay?" and "please tell me you are alright" as the last time I spoke with him on the phone he was very upset and despondent and I am worried about him doing something terrible and possibly harming himself (he does not take any medication for his bipolar disorder). Every now and then he will text me back saying he just wants to be left alone, that he's angry at the world and everyone in it.

Three days ago he apparently had enough of my texts and told me he was going to block all contact with me forever. Immediately he blocked me on Facebook and I sent him a couple of texts within hours after his telling me he would block me that have not been responded to. The last text I sent to him three days ago said I've never been blocked by anyone in my life and that I don't live my life like that and I don't play those types of games.

My question is for those who are bipolar or have dealt with people who are bipolar, in your opinion do you think this block is permanent or do you think he will one day unblock me again when he gets out of his depressive phase?

[dr1fter]

He'll probably unblock you, just give him time. Next time, instead of just texting daily asking the same question, perhaps drop by his place with his favorite dessert? Don't force him to open up, just hang around him until he feels ready to say something. Also, it's very likely he'll have more moments where he'll push you away. It's not that he despises you, it's just that he's frustrated and wants to lash out at the nearest thing. Be patient with him. Tell him how it makes you feel when he does or say hurtful things. Don't place the blame on him, just comment on his specific negative actions. Don't make him feel like he's alone, but don't smother him either

[Gedaria]

Knowing about bipolar friend, she can run hot and cold nearly at the same time , one minute she hates you next you are best friend. And not remember she hated you.. Your friend could send you a email and say whats wrong why are you not talking so give them time...

[Anonymous]

He'll come back, on his knees. This reminds me of that Bradley Copper movie: "silver lining playbook".

[Giggletr0n]

Well he is bipolar so the odds are random at best

[your_ego]

if he's bipolar, chances are strong

[ButterflyLove2]

Chances are strong the block is permanent or temporary?

[your_ego]

it was a direct reply to the question in the title. i didn't read all the nonsense below