Part of the problem is that it is helpful to have a rational brain to have rational thinking psycho-therapy. Many of our loved ones won’t even engage in counseling. But it’s worth a try if your loved one will do it.
If only he would! I am at a loss with this kid!
The reality is that NAMI can’t solve our problems. But NAMI does offer support and ideas, especially when we participate regularly in a Family Support Group. We gain knowledge and ideas from others.
Not a magic pill. Also, its Family to Family Class gave me communication tools. I have to go back and look at that information from time to time and actually use it. Then I have to do the hard work. It IS hard work. I have to be smarter than the illness. If I have done all of that, then there is a time to let go, at least momentarily, and yet be prepared when another window of opportunity presents itself. This illness is not typically static. There CAN be times of rational thought in between the psychosis, or whatever our loved one is experiencing. Take a breath and know that we can’t solve all problems. Take care of yourself!
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If only COVID would end, then my local NAMI will open again. Not getting much help from them right now. I have reached out to them a few times only to leave a message and not get a return call. Maybe its just my local NAMI thats like this?
Many NAMI groups are meeting via Zoom. There is no reason I know of why another location’s NAMI (even in another state) would not let you participate via Zoom. My state now has a standing Zoom Family Support Group. Go to your NAMI state website and look for all the Family support groups in your state.
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Omgosh! I hate tgat “tough love” and “throw her out” way of thinking! No compassion or insight into mental illness. I was told I was an “enabler”. If I enabled then I enabled my son to get more well. We are still working on it and he trusts me and we have a good relationship. I’m 66, he still lives with me. I’m tired, too snd I’ve given up a lot but I don’t regret it. He gives me a lot of love each day. And he makes beautiful music every day.
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Can you get a court appointed guardian who will have resources to find a home for him and where they can try different meds until one helps? He may di well snd eventually get an apartment with another person and supports.
I’ve seen many cases where this has helped snd they turn around.
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