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Schizoeffective disorder

PaynefulNew Contributor24 Sept 2021, 10:40 pm AEST

Schizoeffective disorder

Hi my ex was diagnosed with schizoeffective disorder in late twenty's after a few episodes of psychosis, she refuses to accept her diagnosis, which led to a breakdown in our relationship and left me about 8 years ago. She is the primary carer of our children and has her ups and downs but has been getting worse after I was married recently. She refuses any help and won't take medication. she was recently telling lies to the children about their heritage. I don't fear for their safety but I was abused for telling them she was incorrect. I fear she may end up in another episode of psychosis if she continues to refuse help but has pushed me away and will no longer take my advise. Is there any support service out there that can assist me in helping her? I don't know where to start.

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In response to: Schizoeffective disorder

AnastasiaSenior Contributor25 Sept 2021, 6:36 pm AEST

Re: Schizoeffective disorder

Hello @Payneful and welcome to the forum Community.

It's a difficult road and one I'm sorry you have found yourself on.

I hear you want to support her and that is commendable. Please make sure you support yourself. There are carer website to offer advice and tools.

Carers Gateway https://www.carergateway.gov.au/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=paid-search&utm_campaign=10626744435&utm_adgroup=102994881577&utm_term=carer%20gateway&gclid=Cj0KCQjwkbuKBhDRARIsAALysV7b8Vd09HsTAgf7Cl_YuwjbbMJ8y1HL6hfteCrfN7Zy15Z6xrab5k4aAmYHEALw_wcB

Lived Experience Australia https://www.livedexperienceaustralia.com.au/

It's very difficult when someone you care about needs help but does not realise this themselves.

Take care and know that you are definitely not alone.

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MohamadNew Contributor27 Dec 2023, 10:00 am AEDT

Re: Schizoeffective disorder

Love her

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