How do I help my friend, who was recently diagnosed with bipolar schizophrenia?

Question:

My friend has recently been diagnosed with bipolar schizophrenia, and I want to find out what I can do to help. He has had a really rough childhood, his father is cold and distant, his mother mostly ignores him and the problems, and his brother doesn't see him as a legitimate person.

He is a great person, despite all he's been through (which is far too much to describe in 1100 characters!) and I just want to know how I can reach out to him and be a good friend in this his time of need.

Answers:
Just be as loving and patient as you can be. Probably he's not able to keep many friends, so you are probably very important to him. It may be frustrating at times, but I'm sure it will mean the world to him

he is most likely suffering from neglect - bi-polar and schizophrenia is just a junk label.

Schizophrenia is a life long disorder which needs to be treated with medication. While on medication, one can lead a near normal life. You can help your friend by making sure he takes his medication. He will need to stay away from drinking and social drugs. Be there for him - but be aware that if he goes off his meds there are things he may say or do that are not within control. He's lucky to have you as his friend.

He is lucky to have you as a friend. The schizo never has close friends as the winners will not help . You need to study depression as you are most likely loner too. Cheers ...The winner-players are mean people and you will never become one .

How do I help my friend, who was recently diagnosed with bipolar schizophrenia?

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