2006-12-14 15:23:57 · 9 answers · asked by ? 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
First question: Is this what your mom wants also?
If she wants to do it, the hardest part about it would be the same things that make it difficult whenever any adult child lives with a parent. (you know: boundaries, privacy, respect, appropriate behavior). The fact that she has a mind illness would be secondary to all that. Does she need a caretaker? Are you the best choice? Do you want to live with your mom?
Educate yourself about her illness. I'm sure that you're more familiar with schizoaffective disorder that the yahoo answer people who think it is the same thing as schizophrenia. lol
There are many support groups available to consumers and family of people who have mind illnesses. The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance may have meetings in your area. You might check the NAMI website (nami.org) for online support. I wish the best for you both.
2006-12-14 16:52:43 · answer #1 · answered by doug k 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as 4 jewels answer BIGIT! what would u do if it were some1 in ur family or ur child??? now u my girl r a wonderfull daughter more power 2 u n the mum who gave u life n kept u safe n a live untill u could take care of ur self. be on ur mums side, listen 2 her, respect her, shes still ur mum who just has an illness that diserves the same patiance, love n understanding as any other. im sure the 2 of u will both be there 4 each other n no matter how hard it may seem at times 4 u its 10 fold harder 4 her u just cant see the affliction she lives with like u would, say some1 in a wheel chair but its there n just as real as real as the stigma ull face with her. but dont 4 get ur important 2 take respit when needed n look up a mental health suport system like a M H club house 4 eg. ur presious more power 2 u both.
2006-12-14 15:46:13 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Make sure she takes her medications and is stabilized and sees her doctor regularly. The best thing is to learn about schizoaffective disorder. Learn to recognize the early symptoms of an impending psychotic/mood relapse.
2006-12-14 16:10:31 · answer #3 · answered by DawnDavenport 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
While you are still in college, see if there is a course at a local hospital that you can take to help you deal with schizophrenia, and the signs of onset of episodes and how to help her through it.
Yes, you are a very brave girl and it is very admirable of you to want to help your mom, it's a hard job but I am sure you will be able to help her with your love and understanding....It's a terrible illness but as long as you are prepared psychologically you'll be okay. There are also support groups for people who care for someone who has this illness. I wish you lots of luck and your mom is very lucky to have you by her side. God Bless you and your mom.
2006-12-14 16:55:26 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
do lots of research on schizoaffective d/o
it will be good for you to help you understand what you are going to be dealing with.
2006-12-14 15:28:36 · answer #5 · answered by Enigmatic33 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I was labeled schizoaffective. Can she not live alone? I can.
2006-12-14 17:30:30 · answer #6 · answered by catzrme 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You are very brave.Taking on a person with schitzophrenia is a huge responsibility. Are there courses you can do? I know where we live a local hospital runs courses but you would need to check it out. Check with health professionalsand talk to them about what you should do.Good luck.
2006-12-14 16:24:23 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I'll take care of you, are you 18 or older?
2006-12-14 15:31:59 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Lock on kitchen. Lock on storage.
2006-12-14 15:32:27 · answer #9 · answered by Twojuly82 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋