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outlanderSenior Contributor
Right now it feels like im on the verge of a mental breakdown. the only space that feels safe is here. the only place i can talk and support others because that is what helps me. but right now i cant think straight.
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Judi9877Senior Contributor
Hi @outlander . I'm very sad to hear that things aren't going well for you right now. You have always been such a kind and very helpful forumite friend and I admire your courage and strength with what you have to deal with on a daily basis. Please be aware that I'm thinking of you right now here in forumland.
Take care🥰!
Judi9877☺️🍀
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DimitySenior Contributor
@outlander I feel for you and think you're doing an amazing job. I cared for my late father for three years without family support. I worked full-time and had physical and mental health issues. We had paid help for housework and garden or I couldn't have coped. Dad decided to accept an aged care place when it was offered - his decision Please know you're not alone. Happy to talk if you'd like. Take care.
Dimity.
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ClawdeSenior Contributor
Hello @outlander your amazing beautiful person 😍
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BunniekinsSenior Contributor
@outlandermaybe it is time for you to show your family how fragile you are feeling. Have you ever thought of taking pop to your family and leaving him on their doorstep....it sounds tough but you must get them to realise how desperate you are. You will only make youself sick if you dont. Love always peaxxxxx
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NatureLoverSenior Contributor
@Bunniekins wrote:@outlandermaybe it is time for you to show your family how fragile you are feeling. Have you ever thought of taking pop to your family and leaving him on their doorstep....it sounds tough but you must get them to realise how desperate you are. You will only make youself sick if you dont. Love always peaxxxxx
@outlander I agree with @Bunniekins . I've had a 3-year nervous breakdown and it irrevocably changed me. It was the worst time of my life.
Your Pop is only going to get harder to deal with as his illness progresses. Meaning things will only get worse for you. I know you said you're not the type to walk away...but if you don't, you may risk a full mental collapse. And maybe physical collapse as well, as the stress comes out in the body. Sometimes the sensible thing to do is to walk away.
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outlanderSenior Contributor
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outlanderSenior Contributor
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Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.
SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.
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