Posted by fi on March 5, 2002, at 11:55:52
In reply to parents - the eternal battle, posted by ELA on March 4, 2002, at 11:35:50
Couple of thoughts (not saying they are *good* ideas, but just in case)..
1. Where to stay
Why not go and stay with friends, as a temporary thing, until you feel a bit better?
This has the big advantages of being away from parents and being with someone you know (better than living alone or in a live-in job, at the moment anyway).
You can also look for a flatshare or something while you are there, if you want to. And check with a social worker (or GP or CPN if you dont have one) re what housing if any they can find you (tho there's likely to be v little if anything).You aren't responsible for your brother, and anyway cant take that on at the moment as you need all your strength for yourself. Make sure whatever profs are involved know you are concerned about him, too.
2. The parents
Easiest to leave them to stew! *If* there is anyone they will listen to who has a realistic perception of what you are going thru and what would be helpful, suggest they talk to them. If they have a 'traditional' outlook, this might be someone like the GP or psychiatrist (they are probably dismissive of therapy and therefore therapists). Or if you have a relative they listen to who understands.Fingers crossed and wishing you well as always,
Fi
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