Schizophrenia - The Nightmare's Daughter's SharePosts

Should people with mental illnesses have children?

by The Nightmare's Daughter
Tuesday, July 15 2008

Someone posted that question to which I answered, "NO." What I meant was that generally most people who have difficulty taking care of themselves should not have children. I stand firm on this one. I apologize for the generalization because most of you who visit this site are in the very tinsy tiny majority of sufferers who... Read more Chevron

Add comment | 3 Comments

Until Next Time

by The Nightmare's Daughter
Tuesday, July 01 2008

Everything worked out this time. Hallelujah, a miracle, thanks God! No no no no no, thank aunt M and her dedication! Also, thanks to aunt D's efforts and those who provided the muscles to move my father's belongings. I have to hope that there are rewards in Heaven. You can't count on a big happy thank you from... Read more Chevron

Add comment | No Comments

Hopeless (my mother's story, chapter Now)

by The Nightmare's Daughter
Sunday, June 22 2008

As a child, I loved my mother dearly. I always tried to imagine that we had a normal relationship and hoped that she would get better someday. Hope was all the power I had and I truly believed in it, even as I watched her slip further and further away. I longed to be with my mother and spend time with her as most... Read more Chevron

Add comment | 3 Comments

Obstacles (chapter Now of my dad's story)

by The Nightmare's Daughter
Saturday, June 21 2008

Does anyone know what happened to the guy down the street who talks to inanimate objects? He no longer lives there. Does anyone ever wonder where he went? No, it does not matter, as long as he does not come back. Everyone on the street is happy that he is gone. They can all sleep better at night knowing... Read more Chevron

Add comment | 1 Comments