CaringSister22New Contributor
Support groups
Hello everyone, I am really please to find this site. I am looking for family & friends support for myself & potentially support for my sister. My sister was recently diagnosed with schizophrenia & is currently recovering in hospital. Unfortunately her illness has gone untreated until now due to substance abuse (meth) & her psychosis was largely put down to that. She didn’t agree with previous diagnosis & refused to take meds. these past few weeks, the universe saw her in a different hospital where she has had exceptional medical staff support. Her rights have been removed for a short period to ensure she gets the right medication & then moves onto regular monthly injections before release. It’s a huge relief & she is starting to feel better…is confused as to why she heard voices but still isn’t completely onboard with her diagnosis. I know this will take time & she is in the right place. This is the closest I’ve seen her to being my sister in many years previously nervous, uneasy & not enjoying herself. It’s an absolute joy to see her coming back. I’m reaching out because I want to do everything I can, to support her. When she returns to her new home she will live alone (not far from me) & I’m unsure if she will return to using again. Regardless of the drug use, I am well aware in desperation to help her….I’ve likely not approached things the best way possible. I hoped someone here could steer me the right way for support? I have children to juggle so I’d say online connections is probably a good start. Thank you 🫶
