Feel Free to Ignore I am " Venting"!!!

[MellowMa]

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I'm just having a 10 min break from concentrating [!] on some work [loosely translated, I'm eating breakfast and having a rest from brandishing my paint brushes]

I had a breakdown, several years ago, and I think the only thing that got me through and fixed me back up again was proper medication and therapy.

The need to talk to someone who understood me
and who truly listened, even when I didn't make a whole lot of sense [nothing's changed on that front] pulled me back to the point where I started to cope again emotionally.

Your brother is on a long journey of discovery regarding 'himself' and really he just needs time and positive support.

For me, in some ways, I feel the breakdown was a catalyst to a new life where I could start to be more open and honest.

and I like ' Tirny'

It suits me I think.

Oh sorry to read this mellow - how hard for all of you.

When my dp had a breakdown it was awful and terrifying - but it really changed everything for the better in the end. He had to totally stop being able to cope with anything before he could get better. Life was hard for months, but he's stronger and better able to cope with life than he has been for years - all down to the right medication and the right therapy.

Really hope the doctor can help today xxx

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He is possibly hearing voices in his head.

I had conversations with the radio, because I believed there was messages being sent to me.

It's scary and part and parcel of the mind literally breaking down, he is detached from reality.

I will be thinking of you at 1pm

He is lucky he has you, mellow.

[I feel a bit worried posting all this]

Definitely worth mentioning to the doctor - subliminal is like a hidden message - usually directed at the unconscious mind. In this context it's really important as it shows he is out of touch with reality.

TnOgu, i think your honesty is fabulous and brave, but don't be worried. Join my naive sharer clique!

Thank you, Boco.

There is still a big taboo around the whole issue of mental health, people are often scared by the subject.

I also feel you need to reach out and help in an honest, caring way and sometimes to do that you have to expose yourself a little, take a risk and hope that it lightens the burden.

I am very honoured to be a part of your quiche, Boco

[virtually holds MellowMa's hand]

Don't be afraid to show how stressed and afraid you are to the doctors.

Hold on there. Hope you and your brother get the help you need.

Sectioning is not the worst thing that can happen but I do understand that it feels like a tidal wave heading towards you. Hope very much you get the right people and your brother will agree to try something voluntarily.

I absolutely agree TnOgu. I hate the stigma around mental health issues - it shouldn't be like that.

Dp has been really brave facing up to being ill, he's so honest and upfront about it now, after years of trying to keep it secret - and he's happier now that he's not ashamed of it, i've learnt alot from him. It isn't something to be ashamed of, it's an illness - but one that is so much easier to live with if you have a bit of understanding and kindness.

oops!

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I was thinking about you earlier. Glad you managed to see a Dr and hope things improve for your DB soon.

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I spurn your non kissing policy and smack on on you anyway...mwah!

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Mellow - I don't have any advice but wanted to post to show support.

This situation is very hard for you alone to deal with, and I think the Dr perhaps needs to re-assess his approach with your brother.

Mellowma - I'm listening, haven't got any advice I'm afraid

Are you going to speak to his Dr tomorrow?