My mother is in the process of a complete mental break down. I am so very scared that she is gonna do something to hurt herself or my stepdad. I am a pregnant mother and a wife that is taking on her mental state. I just got off the phone with her and she made a few comments durring the hour long schreaming (on her part) and crying stent. I just dont know what to do to help her now. She is a manic-depressive that has just gotten finshed with a long bout with cancer. I dont want to wake up with a phone call or knock on the door from the police telling me that my mom has done something terably wrong. Please someone anyone give me sone ideas on what I should do in this situation!! (Sorry for the bad grammer and typing)
2007-06-21 16:00:37 · 5 answers · asked by Mrs Florek 3 in Health ➔ Mental Health
She needs help. Get he to an emergency room. They may have to admit her, it's not that bad and helps alot, or they may give her something to help her. If she won't go willingly call 911 and they will send an ambulance.
If you do take her to ER make sure you have a list of any medications she is on, both prescription and over the counter (that includes herbal and supliments).
I hope she is feeling better soon.
2007-06-21 16:15:34 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am so sorry to hear of all that your dealing with at this time in your life. You don't need a lot of stress being pregnant and all, but I know you can't help it because it's your mother that you're worried about and you love her dearly.
How do you know she's manic depressive? Has she been diagnosed? Why is she not on medication? Do you have other siblings who might be able to talk with her?
You mentioned that she had cancer...this could be causing a lot of her upsets and making her depressed, I'm sure she's frightened too. What about your stepdad, does he care? or is he neglectful....she needs a lot of support at this time. Is there a church group that can offer support? Do you have a family doctor? Talk to him, maybe he/she can convince your mom to go into the hospital for a while. My heart goes out to you and you are in my prayers. Take care of yourself.
2007-06-21 16:22:11 · answer #2 · answered by sugarbee 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wow, you have alot going on. Take care of yourself so you can be more effective for your children.
Calling the police or sheriff and asking them to conduct a "health and welfare check"; they will go to her house and talk with her and further assess their situation. They will be able to utilize other resources like an "involuntary hold" - to have her mental health evaluated.
If she is under the care of a physician or therapist, call them and let them know what she has been doing - they may not be able to tell you anything in return but they ought to be willing to take in the information you have. They may be able to intervene in a safe manner.
Best to you.
2007-06-21 17:02:04 · answer #3 · answered by Interested to a point 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get her to the hospital and admit her - commit her if necessary (in this state it takes only 2 signatures for a commital, but you may want to check out the law in your state). If she is not willing to go on her own, you may need to call the police to help escort her. Take care of yourself - good luck.
2007-06-21 16:08:06 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call your local police department. They will have a number for you to call and get her help. She will most likley be mad at first that you called. But when she relizes you had her best intrest in heart she will thank you. But you need to try to stay away from the stress if your pregnent.
Best Of Luck.
2007-06-21 16:04:42 · answer #5 · answered by stacey52891 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋