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Relative won't accept MH problem - what can we do?

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ANonnyMouse123 · 15/01/2018 14:38

A relative of mine has a MH problem and needs help but can't see it. Both sides of the family have spoken to her but she just refuses to accept it and says she's perfectly fine. We are concerned about her children - not really for their physical safety but their emotional well-being, because of how she acts in front of them. Her husband made her see the GP but that was of no use - because she refuses to admit she has a problem, she said she didn't need help so there was nothing the GP could do. I think that Social Services should be involved but they will just come round and she'll say breezily "oh no, I'm fine - they're all over-reacting!" What can we do?! There are lots of avenues for getting help if the person realises they have a problem but this situation seems impossible! Any advice greatfully received.

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thethoughtfox · 15/01/2018 16:52

Write down times and dates and actual behaviour witnessed and then contact social services / GP

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