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i reccently suffered a miscarriage, and i talked to my x. all he's done since is drink. he doesn't want to tlk 2 ne1, and he tried to commit suicide. i want to help him but he won't let me or anyone else. i don't no wot 2 do
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Does he have any family that are aware of this situation, or would be willing to help?
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his mother dis owned him when he was born and his father is in prison. he's been in care most of his life, he has his own flat after being homless for 6 months. he has no1
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Its a very hard situation for you, because it is nearly impossible to help someone who does not want help. The only thing I can suggest is that you let him know you are there for him whenever he needs to talk, and try and persuade him to see his gp.
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Have you thought about getting help for yourself tho? This whole situation must be getting you really down.
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does he have any close friends? this is a hard one.keep trying to talk to him and if he tried to commit suicide again I would call the ambulance or his docter. you cant take the blame ane responsibility for his actions.hang in there hun.
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i'm having mental health counsellin. i'm doin ok. jus wish i could save him
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I know you do, and I know its so hard to see someone you love in pain. But I think what Psyc said was spot on (said it better than I did) I do hope you keep talking to us.
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i'm gonna try the samaritans l8r.i've neva been in his situation, but i do understand y he's bein like this. he won't enen go 2 his gp cos he dun wana tlk bout it. jus scared in case he does it agen n suceeds(duno if i spelt tha right.)
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We dont worry about spelling on here. as long as people are saying what they need to. You are being a very good friend to him, and I do hope he comes out of his cave soon and gets the help he needs x
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