Posted by Phillipa on September 6, 2009, at 20:44:16
In reply to Re: Suggestions re: Someone Who Refuses Medications, posted by SLS on September 6, 2009, at 6:04:19
So true have known and cared for many personally on a day to day basis some were terrified of in his words " Jan the Spirtual warfare is going on in my mind again. What can I do I'm so scared". Grownth man frequently admitted. Coaxing he would reluctantly return to his meds. Two weeks later he was happy and no more spititual warfare. These are real people. Back to beginning of thread and BB's comment choice of meat for the other young boy it was Road Kill meaning a squished animal. He could have been severly hurt from eating fly infested road kill. His Mother had him admitted as she as explained before took her meds had a happy marriage and wanted her Son to have same. Billy the patient name thought their was a horse in the unit and dumped the garbage on the tables. Asked him why (one of my favorite patients ever) said to feed the horse. Said I didn't know we had a horse there where does he sleep. He said in the room across the hall. Now could this person make a decision based on reality? But two weeks later he could. As his meds kicked in. A Few examples of my personal experiences. Scott you've also seen the real world of schizophenia. For that I am thankful right now. Some patients ended up chosing the prolixin injections as they knew they would sell their meds on the street for money hence off them again and the process repeats itself. Some were brought in by police in handcuffs as had tried to harm selves or had and were sent from the ER or ICU. I maintain my position and hope the Husband who obviously to me anyway is very concerned about his wifes welfare from her past suicide attempts that he chose to post the thread on getting help in maintaining his wife on meds. Lucky woman to have such a supportive husband. Kudos to you!!!!! Love to you and your wife Phillipa
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