Question:
My brother is Bi-polar and ADHD. He was on drugs for a while. He was kicked out of summer school. got high at school. was brought home by the police at 2 am with possession of marjuana. Now he is going to therapy. Once again though he ran away and wrecked are car. My parents caught him tonightwhen he ranaway. He is trying to sell his medication. My father though has bi-polar and overreacts. I have know clue what to do for my family . My brother causes my parrents and i problems and alot of money. Any suggestions he is in therapy and watched what do you reccomend?
Answers:
I would try to have a private talk with your brother and see if you can find out the roots of his problems - what kinds of things are making him act out? What kinds of things make him depressed, feel anxious, etc. Knowing you care will help him see that he can help himself feel better and start the long journey to managing his conditions. When you have a better idea of what his problems are rooted in, you can help him find a treatment that will be effective. He needs professional help to succeed, but you can be supportive and help him find the right kind of help for himself. Talk to him when your parents aren't around, so he won't feel threatened or embarrassed. Tell him you will always love him but want to be part of a solution to his troubles.
I would recommend drug rehab and a psychologist.
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