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Originally Posted by debryan1952
Thank you Don for the insightful information. It really helped me look at the problem and identify our part in it. We did pay for him to go to a rehab but when he got there he claimed he was hearing voices and started freaking out. He then asked for medical attention. They told us they could not refurse someone medical attention when they were asking for it so off he went to a psy ward. It was a year long rehab so I really think it might have helped him get himself back together. Thank you again for the information  |
Hi debryan1952,
I'm glad the Drama Triangle concept was useful. By the way, arranging for treatment is an action that puts you outside the drama triangle. You are not acting as a rescuer when you support someone to take 100% responsibility for their life. Paying for treatment is tantamount to saying, "The game is up!"
For instance, if someone were in a car accident, the paramedics are not "rescuers" in the Drama Triangle scenario.
Mental illness AND addiction is very common. I've battled the two at once, and although it's tough, it is possible with the right support.
Don