"Sorry" just doesn't cut it when things like this happen. But, I am. So truly sorry for your loss. Hold on to those memories of good times. I'm glad you had them with him. He seems like he was a wonderful young man. Our loss of Sean the "performer" is but a drop in the bucket compared with your loss of him as a son.Working in the mental health field, I see folks struggle all the time to maintain some kind of even playing field. And, even though I understand the science of it all, I still don't "understand" why the cards get dealt the way they do sometimes. I guess the trick is to strive to figure out the best way to play the hand we're holding each day.While I personally don't suffer from bipolar disorder, I do know that it is one of the more difficult conditions to treat and that much work still needs to be done in order to find something to help with the symptoms effectively and consistently.Personally, I have had to deal with addiction and depression, which have both had their moments on top, believe me. When we discover that self-medicating isn't really working for us, and then we turn to the medical community only to realize that their answers are less than perfect also - we can find ourselves even more frustrated and discouraged.However, I know that the advances that have been made in recent years in the treatment of neuro-chemical disorders such as addiction, schizophrenia, depression, anxiety and bipolar have been phenomenal, especially considering the treatments of the past. Often times some of these as co-occuring. And, it is important to understand - these are dysfunctions of the brain itself. These aren't weaknesses or failings of the persons who have them. They are BRAIN DISORDERS. And, like other diseases, some folks have far more severe symptoms than others.Much work still needs to be done in the diagnosis and treatment of these brain disorders. This is why foundations such as the Sean Costello Memorial Fund for Bipolar Research are so important. The more we can learn about these disorders, the better the treatments and interventions will be for them.One statement that I have found is universally shared by all of those dealing with these types of issues is: "Sometimes I feel the most alone when I am surrounded by a crowd." Many of us can relate to this.For anyone who is interested in learning more about Bipolar Disorder, please see the National Institute of Mental Health's information at:http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/bipolar-disorder/complete-publication shtmlI applaud you for coming forward and out of the shadows about this. It is only through more openness and public education and awareness that those dealing with these disorders and their loved ones will feel comfortable in sharing with others what is going on with them and in getting the support they need. I pray that you all find love and support as you deal with Sean's death and in spreading the word through the foundation. Thank you for sharing all of this with us.As a fan, I know I'll be forever grateful for the breath of fresh air he breathed into the blues.Peace ~ Molly PELLETTIERE, Kansas City