Times Boundaries Are Hard To Set With Family, But Important - Page 2
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Realize professional help is best for all
Jackson states that if the affected individual refuses to take their medication, go to therapy, or accept professional help of that nature, “It can be very draining for the family. Most people try to get the person who is struggling to seek professional help, take medication if needed. That’s a constant battle because we know if they’d do those things, they’d feel better, and we’d feel less stress as family members.” And it’s okay to acknowledge that while you want the person to get help for themselves, you also want that relief for yourself. “I’ve seen people try to become that person’s therapist, instead of allowing the professionals to do their jobs,” Jackson says. But that’s an uphill battle. That’s what the professionals are there for.
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