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Imagine finding out your mom has schizophrenia at age 55

She's kept it from me my entire life. I knew she was a really crummy mom in multiple ways & I knew something was wrong with her but I always made excuses for her in my mind. I can't help but feel very resentful that she never told me she has a serious mental illness. I found out by taking care of her in another state for 3 weeks thinking she had dementia, & she let a "metformin prescribed by a psychiatrist" statement slip. I researched this & know it runs on her dad's side of the family & is prescribed for psychosis/schizophrenia.
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iamonfire696 · 41-45, F Best Comment
She should have told you and I am sure that past events now make sense to you.
Myocite · F
@iamonfire696 I agree! I would never keep a mental illness from my child for multiple reasons. Shame on my mom. I sure have been a great daughter to her, & will always know I did everything I could for her. I do love her so very much.
iamonfire696 · 41-45, F
@Myocite I am sorry she kept it from you.
Myocite · F
@iamonfire696 Thank you for saying that.