Hi All..

I have been fighting an ongoing battle with my youngest brother.. he was diagnosed with schitzophrenia at the age of 16. He is now 33.
David was in a real bad car accident and was addicted to drugs at the time. He had totally cracked his skull when he rolled the car at 70 miles per hour he is still addicted to drugs infact it finally landed him in jail which is where he is currently. The state won't help these people they leave them till they do something pretty bad and use a jail cell to facilitate them. I think it's sad.. anyway David is away from harm thats the only plus I can see, he can no longer harm himself. Thanks for reading

Koko

Hi Koko,

Not much to add other than a big hug for you and David.

I really hope that maybe he'll start to get the help he needs......

With lovingkindness

Zafu

Hi Koko,

I very much hope that too. I haven't really much to add to that except,
Hugs to you and David,
Fuzzy

Hi Zafu and Fuzzy http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/wave.gif

Thank you both for reading.. I feel the more I can express his illness I may just be able to begin to understand the the true darkness he lives in .. you me fuzzy we will never see how harsh a disordor this is. I havn't even touched first base on understanding David. Maybe our new board will help us a little to kinda see.

Davids update.

David is not being released from jail untill they find him a home. David is not allowed to come back and live with us anymore. I think its best but it's hard to accept afterall he is my flesh and blood.

hugs
koko

[This message has been edited by Kokopelli (edited 06-29-2002).]

Hi Koko http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/wave.gif

Keep us posted, O.K? Zafu and I and some others will be with you in spirit every step of the way. By the way I have a couple of books which cover a bit about schitzophrenia as well as other mental health problems. Although it is no substitute for real life experience, if you are interested, let me know.

Big hugs for you and David,
Fuzzy

It's at time like this I feel really helpless as I'd love to have some magic words to make it all right.

Have to settle for a hug I suppose.....

((((((((( http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gifKoko http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif)))))))))))

Zafu

koko - i don't usually read this board but just stopped in. i am so sorry about your brother. i know someone with the same dx and it is soo sad. but there is help and i hope your brother gets the help he needs.

((((((((((((((( http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif koko http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif )

[This message has been edited by simby (edited 07-08-2002).]

Hi Koko,

Any updates for us?

Hugs ((((((((( http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gifKoko http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif)))))))))

Zafu

Big hugs ((((((((((((((( http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif Koko http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif)))))))))))))))

Fuzzy

KoKo
I understand your fustration. I too have family members with schizophrenia. The law is hard to understand. You can't force them to take medication and you can't force them into any counceling but they will put them in jail where they don't really get the help they need. The drugs don't help the chemical imbalances but there is no reasoning with them. They do know right from wrong but that doesn't stop them. I can only say if he chooses to not help himself you have made the right choice. It's the same choice I had to make. He is your flesh and blood, but that doesn't seem to matter to him so don't let his choices affect you. Keep strong and keep the faith.
Kris

Hi Fuzzy,

Today was visiting day where David now resides and mom and pops went to see him alone for the first time. I am still having a rough time. But I must say David is doing better and has been forced after this last OD to work the program he had no choice. He did try to CS and actually put himself into the Pack unit for his own protection. He won't ever be able to come home again but he is doing better http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/smile.gif thanks for your concern fuzzy ((((Hugs))))


Koko

Hi Koko http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/wave.gif

Thanks for the update. I'm sorry that you are still having a rough time, but am very glad to see you back on the boards again.

It's good to hear that David is doing better. Keep us updated, ok?

Hugs(((((((((((((((Koko)))))))))))))))
Fuzzy x

P.S. I've been reading some of the other threads here. My heart really goes out to you, and others who are close to someone with this disorder ... although close isn't really the right word to describe it either, especially now that David won't be coming home again http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/frown.gif

[This message has been edited by Fuzzy Bear (edited 08-04-2002).]

Hi KoKo,
My heart feels so full, and almost like someone is in there squeezing it. http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/love2.gif I too wish I had something to say that would give you a huge rush of "feel good." I guess lots & lots of hugs and good thoughts from me . .and lots of others is the best we can do. (((((((((xoxoxoxo))))))))

Since I have been diagnosed as bipolar, I have been on the internet a great deal trying to educate myself. Sorry to say, I have 'nil' confidence in docs. One of the things that I notice when reading about bipolar, is the meds, and alot of the lingo refers to 'schizophrenia'(sp?)as if bipolar & schiz is somehow linked . . .is that something you're familiar with? I hope it doesn't sound selfish of me to bring my problem into this when you're hurting and don't need to have to think about answering . . .and don't answer, if you don't want to. I understand. http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/redface.gif
Plz know that you and your brother,(mom & pop), are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Speed. http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/angel.gif
Leppi

Koko,

Any updates for us?

Big Hugs(((((((((((((((((( http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gifKoko http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif))))))))))))))))))
Fuzzy

KOKO, My sister suffers from this disorder. She has for about 12 years now. I know exactly how you feel. With the help of family, mom, dad, me and brothers, my sister got on the right track after being diagnosed with it for the first 2 years. She is taking a medication called Clozaphene (SP). A long time ago you had to be on a waiting list for alot of the drugs to help this disorder. It is "tuff love". The most painful thing I have ever had to face in my life. You see, she is my older sister and she was my, and stll is, my idol. She was a cheerleader and always on the honor roll in High School. Never knew a stranger. Still doesn't. I say she sill is my idol because she tries so hard everyday to cope. There definately needs to be more funding for this condition. Support is everywhere. She now is on disability and lives with mom and dad. You can fight to get David on disability. Once you do, there are options for him. If and only if he agrees to take the prescribe meds. and see the doc. regulary for blood draws, he can live in an apt. with others that have this condition. It is funded by most of your Mental Health foundations. My sister did this for a while. But my parents were willing to let her come home after seeing the improvements while on the meds. You wouldn't even know she has sch. unless you were there in the beginning.She is 39 now. She had an abusive marrige and was hit in the head very hard. But we found out later that we have others in the family, second cousins, that have this. Much love to you and your family. I am glad to see the support that you receive on the boards. I hope you don't think me interfering, you probably knew most of what I said. I just wanted you to know that I relate to you and your family. I wish for David and my sister that one day that there darkness will dissappear and the sun will once again shine on them. Bless them.

Hi Koko,
Thinking of you and your family and send my deepest sympathy.
(((((((((( http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif Koko/David/Mom&Pop http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif ))))))))))

Hi All

We have been going through alot of court stuff with David. I am not sure he understands the consiquences if he messes up this last time. We have been able to finally get him out of jail. If he takes one sip of the drink or does anything wrong he is in for two years period. David will be coming here in two months. We don't know what it is going to be like at all. but I will keep those updated that took a moment of their time to support my family. I thank you all from the bottom of my heart you don't know what it means to me and it cannot be expressed through words.

Hugs
Koko

Hi Koko,

Sounds like good news about David coming home, but worrying too I guess.

I'll be keeping everything crossed for you that things work out well ... and keep us posted..

Hugs((((((((((Koko))))))))))

Fuzzy

Thanks Fuzzy

I appreciate the support hon ...


Hugs
Koko

Just a special whiskery cat-hug for all the support you've given me...

===============(((((Koko)))))=========== ====

LOL Star!

I can't match that one!
But I'll see how this one comes out...
Here goes, whiskers and fuzz...

""""""""""""""""!!!(((((Koko)))))!!!"""""""""""""""""

Hi Star,

And I thank you back for all the support you have given and the understanding... http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/smile.gif

Hugs
koko

Hi All..

I have been fighting an ongoing battle with my youngest brother.. he was diagnosed with schitzophrenia at the age of 16. He is now 33.
David was in a real bad car accident and was addicted to drugs at the time. He had totally cracked his skull when he rolled the car at 70 miles per hour he is still addicted to drugs infact it finally landed him in jail which is where he is currently. The state won't help these people they leave them till they do something pretty bad and use a jail cell to facilitate them. I think it's sad.. anyway David is away from harm thats the only plus I can see, he can no longer harm himself. Thanks for reading

Koko

Hi KoKo, I have a brother who was diagnosed as a teenager with schitzophrenia. He was in accicidents and fights all his life. He eventually ended up in an institution for the mentally insane by his early twenty's. He spent his life there. 3 year's ago, at the age of 40, he was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor, It was cancer.They did surgery to remove the tumor, which left him totally mentally disabled. Our parent's are dead. So my other brother and I deceided he had been through enough hell, and deceided not to give him radiation, or any other medical treatment. Six week's later, on Christmas eve, my brother died...He's finally at peace. I loved my brother very much...Good luck to you!

Hi koko, i am a newbie but i have been reading all about your brother David. It has been a long time for you that you have had all the worry about your brother. My son has Paronoid Sz and he has 2 brothers and 1 sister. They worry about there brother i know this because when we was all trying to get him funding for a specialized rehab, he was turned down at one point and i had to go through 2 complaint proceedures before we got anywhere. His brothers and sister and myself all wrote supporting letters for my son plus one from himself, could call them begging letters but it got him the rehab he needed in the end. How does your mom and dad feel? Just thought i would say hi.

The Teacher, i am sorry to here about your brother. I am new here but was so saddened hearing about your brother. I have always been scared about loosing my son at times. I am so sorry once again.

sogovia

The Teacher, i am sorry to here about your brother. I am new here but was so saddened hearing about your brother. I have always been scared about loosing my son at times. I am so sorry once again.

sogovia

Sorry, my computer's been down. I wanted to thank you for your sympathy. My sympathy to you also. I know first hand what your family is going through. Good Luck to you!