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You Can't Ask That: Schizophrenia

Unknown userMember10 Aug 2018, 11:13 am AEST

You Can't Ask That: Schizophrenia

On Wednesday 15th August ABC will air an episode of You Can't Ask That on the topic of Schizophrenia. The show features people with a lived experience of schizophrenia answering tough questions which have been submitted by the public. You can check it out by tuning into the ABC on the night.

This is a space to keep the conversation going and will be open for comments on Wednesday 15th!

Self care: Please take care when watching the show. If at any time you're feeling triggered, give yourself permission to step away and take a break. And of course if at any time you need to talk with a counsellor or require crisis support, please reach out to Lifeline on 13 11 14.

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Sophia1Senior Contributor16 Aug 2018, 6:39 am AEST

Re: You Can't Ask That: Schizophrenia

How are you this morning @johnnymarrfan?

I noticed you are about the place early like myself this morning...

Did you watch the programme last night?..

I started watching from the series 1 episode 1 ....I have recorded last nights

If you saw the episode last night what were your thoughts?

Sophia

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johnnymarrfanCasual Contributor16 Aug 2018, 7:01 am AEST

Re: You Can't Ask That: Schizophrenia

Hi Sophia1 I think that I saw most of last night's episode of you can't ask
that: Schizophrenia. I valued each person's own lived experience of. It Can
Be Scary At First but I strongly believe that symptoms can be managed with
Meds. I am also a Christian.

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Shaz51Senior Contributor16 Aug 2018, 7:25 am AEST

Re: You Can't Ask That: Schizophrenia

Good morning @johnnymarrfan, @FrancesPharma, @soulie

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Shaz51Senior Contributor16 Aug 2018, 7:27 am AEST

Re: You Can't Ask That: Schizophrenia

@Keeley, @Monkey5, @Foxypuss, how are you this morning

i found last night interesting

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Sophia1Senior Contributor16 Aug 2018, 7:33 am AEST

Re: You Can't Ask That: Schizophrenia

Hello @johnnymarrfan

Yes that does seem to be the general consensus...once the person accepts that they have that diagnosis...

I am yet to watch the programme....am looking forward to the what not to ask and what is preferable...

I have found the first few episodes of the series very interesting....

in particular the short statured episode from their perspective...

I am hoping that the series will encourage more programmes allowing us who do not know enough information....google is not the best place for some questions...to feel more comfortable ...

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johnnymarrfanCasual Contributor16 Aug 2018, 12:08 pm AEST

Re: You Can't Ask That: Schizophrenia

Thankyou Sophie. I think that you have hit the nail on the head re:
acceptance of Diagnosis and then how to best manage symptoms. I accept that
I have Schizophrenia.

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MirrorballNew Contributor16 Aug 2018, 2:38 pm AEST

Re: You Can't Ask That: Schizophrenia

I think my sister maybe suffering from Schizophrenia but I'm fearful to bring it up. Our mother has been a long sufferer of mental health problems such as BPD and the suggestion to my sister that she too could be suffering a mental illness in the past as angered her. Her psychosis seems to resemble many of the brave folks who shared their stories on last nights show. She too has delusions of grandeur, visual and auditory hallucinations.

I wish they asked last night "what's the best approach to help someone who's suffering a psychosis"?.

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AppleblossomSenior Contributor16 Aug 2018, 2:54 pm AEST

Re: You Can't Ask That: Schizophrenia

I could relate to all the individuals in the program, with their similarities and differences. Its so important this approach is out in the media.

Its so difficult to know what to do @Mirrorball irl.

My sister had schizoaffective ... but I was probably the one who saw her most seriously fully paranoid and schizophrenic behaviours while she was alive. She had already come to the attention of police and medical people because of acting out behaviours.

Things were also different back then.

My best guess is be as available and encourging as possible, without letting it damage your own well being. Encourage help seeking behaviours specifically as well as general life issues.

A bit depends on whether you are older or younger, what other suports are available to her, and YOU, how extreme her mood states are ....how much you should take on ...

Take care of you too..

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MirrorballNew Contributor16 Aug 2018, 3:29 pm AEST

Re: You Can't Ask That: Schizophrenia

Thank you Appleblossum.

Such great words of wisdom in your response and I appreciate you sharing your thoughts. I'm actually the younger sister by 9 years so there's a dynamic that already exists between the eldest and youngest of siblings. I'm currently seeing a councellor to guide me through the process to ensure I keep afloat. Thanks again Appleblossum

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QueenieSenior Contributor17 Aug 2018, 8:07 pm AEST

Re: You Can't Ask That: Schizophrenia

I just finished watching the episode on iView just now (I was interrupted the other night with a family issue). It is amazing how relatable all the individuals on the programme were. I can only hope that family members watched it to gain insight that is sorely needed.

It made me realise that perhaps there's a lot to be said for evironment factors such as trauma in the development of psychotic illness.

Thanks to all the 'stars' of the programme for your bravery in sharing your stories!

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