a very dear friend of mine has what we can only assume (and have the justification of a third party with psych training) are slightly schizoidal tendencies. he goes through periods where he is dysfunctional as a person, and another friend is staying with him over the summer. due to past circumstances, he won't go talk with our parish priest, or several other people we've recommended, nor will he take medication. what is there that we can do-- what other options do we have? keep in mind, he's not a danger to himself or anyone else, but we hate to see him this way (upset, scared, "seeing things", going through periods of dysfunction, etc.)
2006-06-26 04:05:42 · 1 answers · asked by gina 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
By your description, it sounds to me as your friend doesn't believe he has a problem. If this is the case, there isn't much you or anyone can do. The choice is up to him, and him alone. My best suggestion to you and your friends, is to be his sounding board and listen to him when he wants to talk. Tell him many times that you care about him and want him to know how important he is to your life and the life of your friends.
Every once in awhile, ask him if he would reconsider about going for counseling. But don't force this down his throat. Be kind towards him and sympathetic to his needs and or desires.
Good luck to you and your friends with him! I hope I was some what helpful to you!
2006-06-26 05:06:11 · answer #1 · answered by Lyndee 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋