I have a cousin who's in poor mental health and I don't know what to do to help him. He's 56. He's been slightly "odd" behaviourally since childhood and is an only child. He's been taking a variety of pills since his early 20s, for depression and anxiety. I think he now takes 12-14 a day, although I'm not sure what they are. He hasn't worked since his mid-20s and has never left home. He recently lost his mother who doted on him but suffered from dementia for about 5 years prior to her death. He is now practically a recluse, and says he suffers panic attacks when he goes out. His mobility has been affected by the tablets and he has no bladder function. He has a social worker, nurses and helpers (not full time) but is rapidly going downhill despite the support he's getting. I visit regularly and he has people in the neighbourhood looking out for him. I think he should move to some sort of supported accommodation, but he is unable/ unwilling to take decisions so nothing happens. He has plenty of money and a house but refuses to spend anything on making his life better. What can I do?
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Relative in poor mental health-what can I do to help?
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biryani · 17/02/2011 19:38
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