Schizophrenia Support Group
Schizophrenia is a psychiatric diagnosis that describes a mental disorder characterized by impairments in the perception of reality and by significant social dysfunction. Untreated schizophrenia is typically characterized by demonstrating disorganized thinking and experiencing delusions or auditory hallucinations.
My husband attempted suicide 2 years ago and since then has been in and out of short term psychiatric facilities 5 times. Is actually admitted right now. He has been diagnosed with schizophrenia, major depressive disorder and PTSD. Even when he’s home it is a struggle to get him through each day. He sees a psychiatrist and a counselor and is on several medications. I live in fear because of his suicidal issues. On top of that it’s hard because we have 2 children and I am the only one able to work. I am torn between being home to take care of him and working to provide for us and providing insurance for his treatment. Some days I am so afraid to open the doors in our home because I’m afraod I will find him dead. I don’t know how anyone handles it or can support their family. I’m stuck between a rock and a hard spot and don’t know what to do.
Recently, I came across the name of this organization. They have local support groups for family members, as well as for those of us who are dealing with a mental illness.
I wish you luck.
https://www.nami.org/Learn-More/Mental-Health-Conditions/Schizophrenia/Support