bookmiser

Thank God. I knew he'd eventually figure it out. I just tried to stay
patient and outta the way. lol
He made an appointment today with a comprehensive counselor,
therapist, and psychiatrist. Not at the same time, mind you.
First a counselor. He's been seeing a family doctor for bipolar for
about 8 months. Prescribed this, that, and the other drugs to help
relieve symptoms. He's always complaining that somethings not working.
When he made the appt. today, he called me and told me what he's
been dealing with. Seeing a family doctor for free samples and 4 dollar
prescriptions. Admitted that it was time to actually do more than take a pill.
Told her he had the mentality of a 15 yo. (he'll be 27 in October)
Talked to her about the cutting and the manic episodes. He's going on Friday.
This is a big step for him. I hope his path gets easier for doing this. He's been
struggling for a while now. I truly believe that talking with someone and working out his past, self-medicating, cutting, ect., may help.
With the drug use, it was the drugs I could blame. With bipolar....
his illness makes him a walking time bomb sometimes. I fear for his life
when he gets manic. Calls me crying, wishing himself dead, cutting, ect.
I just hope that he starts making a real effort with the therapy.
I think he's finally realizing that there's no such thing as a magic pill.

Please send a prayer up for my son tonight, friends.
Thanks for reading.
Hugs,
Linda

peaceteach

What hopeful news, Book! It is a great sign, when they make the calls themselves and know that there has to be a better way. Now step back and let him continue down this hopeful path, and let yourself enjoy the moment

mooselips

Hiya Books,
I made an appt. for my son, who has hyperactivity since birth...(yep)
hoping he would prescribe him Ritalin, or adderall or something. Mr. Moose and I said we'd pay for the visit $135. The Dr. told him he couldn't prescribe him anything, he had to see a psychiatrist. Mr. Moose and I do not have the $200/hr. for that.

He has no insurance, sure wish he could get some help.
I told him to go to the county hospital, but think he never got around to it.

Glad your son is doing this, all on his own, how wonderful is that?

Makes ya feel good, doesn't it?

Hugs,

NEVEREnds

That sounds like great news. It's always a good thing when they take the steps on their own. You and your son are in my prayers.

lil516

(((Prayers)))

he is taking a good first step

my son also battles with mental illness....
there was a time i thought "not using" would be enough but it just wasn't ...
"not using" didn't stop the pain (of course "using" didn't stop the pain either!!)....
it took a while but eventually he found the right doctor who asked the right questions and they are working together on a prescription plan that is effective (and finally....one that is appropriate for a recovering addict)

I hope your son gets the help he needs

grateful2b

Book, such good news!!...what a courageous move on his part, so much more powerful when 'they' get to the point when they know its time to get help.
Sending prayers for him tonight..

splendra

((((Linda))))

Prayers going out for your darling child. May he find healing and wholeness. Tell him your prayer circle says to be gentle with himself and that he is greatly loved.

CatsPajamas

Prayers for you and your son that all will find what they need.

Cats

Impurrfect

Hugs and prayers for you and your son.

Amy

Done_With_It

That's Fantabulous!! 8

caileesnana

More good news!!! Proud of your son and continued prayers for his walk. Thanks for sharing!
susan

Lobo

Linda,
As we have shared before, my daughter also battles with mental illness. Bi polar...if she is off of her meds her mind makes her do things that she wouldn't normally do. Cutting, and suicide were one of them before meds. She is in therapy, but it took a while to put it all together. She doesn't like taking the meds, but she says she finally feels normal for the first time in years. She takes her meds before bed because they make her tired.

She reminds me of Jason.......same age, self medicated, bi polar. She finally did take control and she also took those steps on her own. I believe once he gets on the right medical path he will do really well. I know, I have seen it. Jen feels so much better. She is working and bought herself a car. Her own money, her own insurance, her own cell phone. Mostly she feels so good about herself.

He will get there, it doesn't happen overnight, but he is on the right track. You go Jason!

Much love Linda...............Lo

bookmiser

My heart is just bursting with love for you all.
Blubbering like a baby, I am. lol
Thank you all so much for your kindness, sensitivity, support, and prayers.
It means more to me than you'll ever know.

I'm sure gonna try, Peace. Thank you, sweetie.

I just don't get how most addicts, using or in recovery, can get the help and medical attention they need when so many places only accept insurance and cash. Jason's gone to hospital a couple of times. He's told them he's felt suicidal. They give him 4 or 5 tablets of, I don't know. Something to calm ya down and send him on his way. It p*sses me off to no end that when someone finally reaches out for help...."sorry, you don't qualify".
I can't afford to do for him anymore. I'm in credit card h*ll right now, myself.
Trying to get caught up from Christmas. The state won't give him anything.
I don't get it. Nothin'.
Sending prayers up for your son, as well.
Btw, your like a sister to me, Moose. I hope one day to hug ya and squeeze ya and buy ya some lunch. lol

((((neverends)))))

Actually, I think he's finally hearing the recorded message I play over and over in his apartment, after he's asleep. roflmao Just kidding. Thanks again.

((((Lil)))) Thanks for the support and prayers. I've always felt that way too.
I believe my son will live in mental anguish always. That hurts so much to admit that. If this doesn't work....I just pray he doesn't go back to using drugs because nothing else takes away that pain. Prayers and love to you, friend.

(((Grateful)))
I told him that too. I'm very proud of him for reaching out. Thank you for
reaching out to me. Your so nice.

(((((Splendra)))))
Your my there-from-the-beginning sistah, too. I love you and thanks.


((((Cats)))))
I hope that includes me, too. I think it does. lol

Thank you, Amy. Hugs and prayers back atcha.


((((Done))))
Nuh uh, you are.
I told him what everyone said. He said, "G*d, mom. Does everyone have to
know everything? I feel like I'm under a microscope enough as it is. Tell'em thanks." lol Tell'em thanks. He's so goofy.

Well put, Susan. Thank you, my dear. Thank you.

Thanks, Lo. You mean the world to me as a friend and confidant. You and I
are alot alike, as well. I imagine. (lol) Mama hugs to you.


Well that about wraps it up, folks. Oh, except he called and asked me to take him. Of course I said awwwwright. What can I say???? I love'em. lol

outonalimb

((((((((Linda)))))))))))

Oh my...between your son and Marle's daughter...something really good is going on around here !! :ghug

I am so happy to hear that your son is reaching out for help.
I'm praying extra hard that he finds the help he needs...I have a really good feeling about this don't cha know.

Sending big prayers and hugs your way tonight.
Sleep well, my friend...and remember...your HP has this under control !!

:praying

marle

Sending my hugs and prayers. I am trying myself not to future trip about my daughter. Trying to stay in the moment and enjoy every little bit of progress. Try to do the same with Jay. It is such a long hard road, isn't it? We just need to remember to take care of us. It really helps to know that we are not alone. Hugs, Marle

Ann

Book, that's wonderful news. I really hope he gets the help he needs.

As you know, I work at a recovery home, and Concurrent Disorders is something that is being addressed more and more when treating addiction and mental health issues.

Here's a link that may be helpful to anyone needing to understand "concurrent disorders" and what is being done. It's a Canadian link but has links within connecting to US Dept. of Health and their take on this.

CAMH:Information about Concurrent Disorders

frankie_b

((( Linda ))) I'm so glad Jason's getting help. I too hope his path can be brighter and easier.
I'm doing the happy dance today for you, Marle, Jason and Megan. Although I seldom post lately, I just had to today!!

Chino

I'm happy for your son and you too! I'm praying he finds all the help he needs and serenity too.