Posted by Larry Hoover on December 30, 2005, at 12:35:14
In reply to Re: can depression make you mean/hateful?, posted by Racer on December 30, 2005, at 0:16:57
> If you are really worried, and it sounds as though you should be, I strongly suggest that you call the local Adult Protective Services agency where they live and say that you would like a health and welfare check -- and TELL THEM that your mother has attempted suicide twice recently, that she's been delusional (don't give too many details, just 'she's delusional, but denies it'), and that you strongly believe she needs to be in the hospital until she can be stabilized on drugs.
I didn't know what to say, but this is a very very good idea. It didn't occur to me. Thanks, Racer.
By getting your parents "onto the radar" of public health officials, you bring in objective observers. People with training and experience.
Lar
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