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Q: Schizophrenia treatment
asked by: nick7230 on April 7th, 2008
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At least he was diagnosised that way. We are both in our thirties. He can become violent at times and I really don't know what to do. Neither of us has money to get him treatment and I am sick of living under the threat of physical attack and just a situation of being on edge. I firmly believe it is causing me some serious psychological issues. I have discussed this with my mom, and she keeps on saying there is nothing we can do if there is no money. We live in Montana.

The other thing which concerns me is I am a professional in a working environment if his situation were to come out my job could be on the line (They are really touchy about having the right image.), but he continues to be violent and not accept his situation. In fact, he blew up just an hour ago because he was upset a TV show was on. he attacked me and knocked me out of the recliner. I am concerned this could escalate even further. I need some advice, suggestions, and any information on prgrams which could help him. Thanks
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antigone
replied on April 8th, 2008
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All I have for you is go to www.nami.org. They list mental health facilities by state. Get on the phone and start calling. Start with a hospital with a psychiatric unit. Call and ask for the nurses's station. Explain briefly what you need. Ask if they know of any free clinics or facilities around. Call the county. They may be able to give you some leads. Who diagnosed him? Tell them you can not afford treatment; can they give you a bunch of samples of the medication prescribed? Then call the drug company and tell them your story. Frequently they will give the meds to those in real need. He should qualify for disability and a medical card through medicaid. Those avenues may take time so start now. The doctor should be able to sign the proper paper work to have disability started.

I hope one of the above help. Sorry I don't have more. Wait - yes I do. If you are in danger, have a plan and a place to go and do it if things escalate. You are no good to him or yourself if he hurts you. Take care of you first.
All the best.
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