It seems to me that love is a tough topic to talk about in relation to love. I was lucky to find some one later in my life that accepted that I was diagnosed with schizophrenia. We met in a support group about 12 years ago. I thought love would never find me again but I lucked out I believe. We got married 4 years ago and I love her so much for so many different reasons. She’s so understanding to my agitation that happens sometimes when I get over stressed. Did anyone else out there find love?
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What is love? Baby don’t hurt me…
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When someone makes you crazy, but you can’t stand the thought of anyone else making you crazy. Word up.
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Yeah ive been pretty lucky.
So well put! When you can’t live without them.
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Hilarious! Thanks for the chuckle! You rock dude!
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I might find someone to form a relationship. I have love with my parents which is also a relationship that only death will do us part. They have been my companions my whole life as I have always lived with them.
My fiance has bipolar with psychotic features and he accepts my sza. He helps sme through some delusions sometimes
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I may be in a simmilar situation in the future, let’s see what happens.
How is like supporting a person that has experienced psychosis as another one yourself?
I just want to give her all the support in the world (even if we end up just as friends). I believe it’s pretty recent and she needs some time to make sense of everything…
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Jeff, I’m extremely interested in hearing a longer version of the story, if you want to write it!
He doesnt have full blown episodes like i do. He just hallucinates when depressed. Hes never been delusional but he understands how to talk me down from it a bit. I support him emotionally though, it can be hard on both of us for each others mental health, just gotta continuously keep boundaries in check
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Great to know that the possibility for love is still there even with SZ… if i never experience a relationship again, i’m happy i have had so many relationships, at least i have been there more than once.
My husband and I have been together since 2003. He accepted my diagnosis right from the start and he helps me “reality check” when I hallucinate or when I get ideas that I am being spied on or talked about or other delusions I get. He makes sure I stay on my medication and in turn I think I am a good wife for him. He has told me so.
Love is possible for others here also. It just takes finding the right person.
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My parents were crucial to my recovery process as well. They both passed and I miss them so much! Love you parents with all your heart as we aren’t guaranteed tomorrow.
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Yes, support is so important! Keep it up and the love you give will because cherished!
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Right on! What a team tough mage! My wife and I watch out for each other too!
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Word up! Absolutely well put.
Because this is a SZ forum and thus depressing.
For me personally, I struggle with the thought of alll the things that go into a healthy romantic relationship. Namely the social aspect of it, like meeting with/hanging out with your partner’s family and friends. I just don’t think I can do it. Also, finding a partner who is accepting of sz is awesome. Hold onto that person.
I will Tulane! I know how fortunate I am!
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