My parents have been married for years but have always had problems together. They just were completley different people I guess and got married very young. For the most part though they always seemed very happy and content with their lives.
I think that my dad might have some serious mental health problems. I haven't talked to him about it yet but even if I do he probably won't listen to me.I think he may be Bipolar. The reason is because he has a lot of the symptoms and it ran in his mother's side of the family.I know some of his aunts and uncles had it as well. And since it is a genetic thing I think he needs to get some help.He used to be a very funny guy, always made me laugh and smile. Now,I just want him to move it and leave everyone alone sometimes.He acts depressed one minute and can become the happiest person alive the next. Not to mention the fact that he was always great at this job and always worked hard(at least that is what I thought) well his boss didn't give him a very good review at work.He doesn't do much either.(I mean I know some guys are like this but this is quite different) he watchs tv,rents a movie everyday,walks his dog, and thats really about it besides work I'd say.He's lucky my mom hasn't left him already.
What can I do about helping him out and finding someone to possibly dignose him? It's quite obvious that he has some major problems,it's completley abnormal and he has so many symptoms and is only 43 years old.
2007-09-18 06:00:46 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
My e-mail is drangela911@yahoo.com
2007-09-18 06:01:24 · update #1
I don't think you are the one to talk to him at this time, but you could confide in your mom..and tell her you are very worried about dad...let her talk to him, they are close, and take it from there...he might just be stressed out, and has things bothering him..ask your mom, what could you do, and what would she like you to do...maybe you could both talk to him together..He would probably be resentful at first...but in the end, probably thank you
2007-09-18 06:06:07 · answer #1 · answered by MotherKittyKat 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I really feel for you as well as relate to your problem. It was the same with my father and then my now ex-husband. Trying to talk to them about the situation seems to just ignite their anger even more. People with this sort of problem have to want the help, like a addict, they have to face there is a problem and want to do something about it.
My father refused all help and turned to drinking his last two years of life. My husband went on meds for three months, it was great, then decided he did not need them. He went right back to how he was, miserable. He turned to alcohol and coke.
It is sad, since this conditions and others like it are treatable, but many will not face the facts in the first place. You and you mom and siblings might want to consider therapy for yourselves. He will most likely refuse to join you. Once you, your mom and other family members are on the same page, maybe then you all can all speak to him. For you own sake, do not try and push him into getting help. Always remember none of it is your fault and you cannot change anything, he has to. I wish you the best. I wish I had a definite solution for you.....God Bless.
2007-09-18 06:12:35 · answer #2 · answered by emtd65 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you cannot make him get help. Stress and Depression run hand in hand many times. Medications may or may not help. I am bi-polar and my doctor was over medicating me which actually made things worse. Be careful. Do some research and if you are able to talk him into an evaluation make sure you know all of your options. Good luck
2007-09-18 06:06:14 · answer #3 · answered by redheadedgramma831 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello: I am a improving alcoholic and feature been sober decades. You have to depart you dad by myself in the meanwhile and get in touch with anything referred to as alateen. It will aid you along with your fears and issues you have got for you dad and placed you round others with the identical sort of stuff occurring. They are on-line and within the mobile guide. Give them a choice, they are able to aid you and it's loose. Alateen is an for kids of Alcoholics and Alanon is for spouse's, husbands, and the ones folks suffering from someones dependancy. Please name those folks and get aid for you.
2016-09-05 18:25:14 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mid life crisis perhaps.
2007-09-18 06:04:58 · answer #5 · answered by Wize Guy 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋