They are fully aware of thier problem too, and are taking medication, but still need a lot of attention. I sort of don't have the patience for this sort of thing, but I feel bad igoring it. What do I do, give in and listen to the same story over and over again and contiually answer questions like "are you sure?" "what do you think" "am i obsessing?" I swear i've tried every tactic. i just don't know how to handle someone like this? Right now, i just sort of ignore certain question, or once i've answered them truthfully, i try to move on. I don't sugar coat like I used to with this person, but still nothing has changed. sometimes it makes me crazy too.
2006-09-24 08:06:45 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
If you are feeling burdened by the situation I suggest you remove yourself from the person. You are not responsibile for that person's feelings, only your own.
2006-09-24 08:08:56 · answer #1 · answered by Laughing Libra 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Some ppl with some mental illnesses need a lot of attention and it can take a lot to get thru to them that they really are being heard. Don't lie, and don't ignore, just try to limit the time you spend with the person to what you can do in a genuinely supportive way. Even if it is the same story over again, focus on them internalizing that you are really hearing what they are saying. Encourage them to see a therapist and get their meds adjusted. If you are getting irritated, you are not doing either of you any good.
2006-09-24 15:31:23 · answer #2 · answered by Alex62 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like you have tried your best to be a true and concerned friend. I might suggest that if you know this friends family you go to them with your concerns. I work with many mental health patients and it may be time to check their med. levels for an adjustment. But whatever you do don't let this become a problem for you. Sometimes we have to step back from a situation and let the professionals deal with the problem. After all you are their friend not their doctor and it sounds like you have tried very hard to help them, but never to the point that your own health should suffer.
2006-09-24 15:29:56 · answer #3 · answered by Deborah H 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know someone just like that. I have even told her that she has already told me that story. I now look at my caller ID and ignore it if it is her for a week or two at a time. Then I am ready to listen again, but start the conversation talking about myself BEFORE I ask how she is. She has mellowed some now that she realized I don't want to hear her stories all the time.
2006-09-24 15:18:22 · answer #4 · answered by MeggiePie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you may have to ignore this person, it probably be best if their Rx were adjusted, it took my cousin 20 years to talk normal and that was to better meds. you might talk to a family member so he can receive better care.
2006-09-24 15:11:52 · answer #5 · answered by blue_eyed_southernman 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try me dogmicjoe@yahoo.com. i'm bipolar. leave ur email so i can get back to you.
2006-09-24 23:33:31 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋