both biological parents suffer with schizophrenia and now and me and my twin brother both now do to... Besides all of the abuse that pretty much made me snap, was it something I was just meant to get considering the fact that both my parents have it??? It just feels very overwhelming because i've denied having this for awhile and wanted to just call it bi polar because that feels safer to me... so is that pretty much where it came from??? no stupid answers please, yes I see a doctor and yes im on meds, the recent thing that happened to me with the split personality's was basically a melt down for me and yes it really does it exist for me too , I was wanting to know others opinions on it and really didn't expect so many people to be so stupid about it... so if you have anything mean to say to me don't ******* answer my question please....
2006-11-27 07:15:33 · 9 answers · asked by honesty 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Nurture vs nature. It may be some of both for your problems, you should discuss it more in depth with your therapists.
As for the guy who suggested that you get sterilized you should discuss this possibility with your therapist and a geneticist. The risk may not be that great if your partner does not suffer from disease as well. I'm sorry to hear of your problems and hope that you continue with therapy and your meds as I have a family member who suffers with this and he is doing great on meds now. Good Luck and God Bless You.
2006-11-27 07:25:28 · answer #1 · answered by bess 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try not to be too hard on them. Since you have it as well, you know that it often doesn't show every day. And in fact you can often go a long time without showing any kind of sign. Your parents probably got together at a time when either there were not signs or they also had been in denial about the disease. They may not have known they had it or that they could pass it on until after they had you and your brother.
It can be overwhelming at times, but with the doctor's (and medicinal) help, you should be able to have a normal and healthy life. And as far as meltdowns go, sooner or later everyone gets them (so don't worry too much that this is the disease and that the medicine isn't working, it often is simply that life can get a little tough and you get a little stressed).
If this is really bothering you, try using it to an "advantage." Its tough to see it, but you can raise awareness about the disease and its affects. There is a stigma surrounding the disease that scares people, you can go around and show others that you are normal just like them. Show them that there is nothing here to fear, allowing others with the same affliction to be better understood. And others with the same affliction can see that they aren't alone nor "freaks," and maybe they'll be more willing to get help themselves.
2006-11-27 07:30:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
More than likely, yes, you got it from your parents. I have been told by my own doctors, as I'm sure you have yours, that these types of disorderd are genetic. I wouldn't say your parents are to blame though, because of course, it was also genetically passed to them. The best thing to do is just keep talking about your problems with your doctor and keep taking your meds correctly. Placing blame on anyone won't really make you feel better. Also, about the mean and stupid answers, you are gonna get those no matter where you go to ask a question, because some people in this world are just too immature for words. Good luck.
2006-11-27 07:51:05 · answer #3 · answered by stacijo531 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sorry you had so many people give idiotic responses. It infuriates me when ignorant people spew complete nonsense on here.
I think schizophrenia is a very frightening illness. I do not have it, but have a host of other psychiatric conditions (including bipolar and have always had a fear of developing schizophrenia) and I have done a tremendous amount of research. I'm especially interested in the subject of genetics and biology. This is an area oh much professional research and there have been some very interesting discoveries in science regarding this.
Unfortunately I do not have specific links for good resources for schizophrenia specifically, but there is much information out there. I encourage you to try doing an internet search for "schizophrenia research" and use other related words. Websites that end in org or gov are usually the most reliable and informative ones.
2006-11-27 07:47:49 · answer #4 · answered by Jess 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hey There....
My brother suffered from schizophrenia and he committed suicide in front of me..
I think I'm crazy also...but I don't talk to many people about it..
Um the problem is your parents beat you???
Wow!
Well listen..both your parents are schizo...considering the fact your a male! or are you...well if you are males are more likely to get schizo...the trama you've been through could be a problem also...do you smoke weed or any kinds of drugs! Let me know information like that and I will be able to help you out..
Email me at X_takenfogranted_X@yahoo.com
I will be grateful to help you.....
2006-11-27 07:39:05 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi my brother have the same thing you have.no its not your parents fault.i was told when my brother was about 2 his brain started making to much of the stuff that makes us happy and this is why he has schizophrenia he does the best he can in life. he, is the only boy in my family who guaduated from school with honors and yet he can not work.he takes a shot monthly.so try to do the best you can as long as you have a loving family behind you it will be ok.good luck to you oh yes my family history i have 11 sister and brother he is the only one that has it . not even my parent has it.
2006-11-27 07:29:33 · answer #6 · answered by annjilena 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
hi i think it can be in the genes, don,t deny yourself your feeling for this disease, keep seeing your doc and take the meds, lifes throws us some pretty hard balls!!! seek help for the abuse though, i had the same thing and it took me 2yrs of counselling to see it was not my fault!! all the best to you and your brother
2006-11-27 07:56:06 · answer #7 · answered by jookie70 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your parents gave you the genes and provided your childhood environment which may have contributed to your illness. The important thing is what do you do now? I have decided not to pass my defective genes on by not having children.
2006-11-27 07:32:21 · answer #8 · answered by Gypsy Girl 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, they probably are to blame genetically. You can stop passing on the genes by getting sterlized.
2006-11-27 07:18:13 · answer #9 · answered by Sean 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋