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He is now in jail because he threatened physical violence to our neighbors. I believe he's going to be released sometime in October and I'm actually afraid of him coming back. He believes I'm evil and he has to save me. I have been given little or no help from his neurologist. I don't know what to do or where to turn. Before going to jail he wrecked his truck, then caused 3 different accidents in my car
I read that cognitive behavioral therapy could possibly help, but I have no idea how to get… read more

September 10, 2022
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I don't really have much advice above what you've already been given, but I do want to emphasize a couple of points. 1) Personality changes occur in many PD patients as a symptom and the person you find yourself dealing with may become someone you barely know.. 2) Delusions, that is believing things that aren't true. Examples are thinking someone is trying to harm, steal from, or deceive you, believing your loved one is being unfaithful, thinking a song or a TV show is speaking directly to you. The PD patient could even imagine a family member, friend, or care giver is guilty of those things. This will cause fear, distrust, and mis-guided thoughts which will make the role of care giver even more difficult, even the danger of physical harm.
It is imperative that if your PWP begins exhibiting any of these characteristics to notify your doctors asap and find some avenue of support because the patient won't likely get better without professional help.
This is among the reasons that pD needs to be a family affair with open dialog among family members from a diagnosis. Educate, educate, educate.
Will have you and him in my thoughts\
with my love & prayers in Christ, Robert

September 13, 2022
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I’m so sorry to hear what you are going through. As difficult as it can be I think you must think of yourself first. When someone shows you who they have every right to believe them. Not saying this isn’t possibly one of the hardest decisions you might have to make. If your neurologist is no help contact your dr, , call your state department of elderly affairs or contact a department or department of domestic violence. Call a domestic abuse hotline.
Just a few ideas. Listen to your intuition. He obviously needs help and I do feel bad for him but Parkinson’s doesn’t give anyone the right to harm you or anyone else. I don’t mean to sound like I’m lecturing. You post scared me a lot. I just want you to be safe and out of harm’s way. God bless you!

September 10, 2022
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Carol727, Hope today is better. Prayers have been sent up for you and your husband. Keep on truckin ' some days are better than others. Stay Safe and keep us in the loop. We care. 🙃

September 25, 2022
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Hi Carol,
First let me say that I am so sorry this is happening.
Secondly, do you have a lawyer? If not seek out legal aid, AARP, your primary care physician, your medical insurance for info about social and mental health assistance. Your husband is probably not angry or wanting to hurt you or anyone but the root may be disease and/or disease or mental illness. He needs to be getting mental health care, not punishment, Although you may rightfully so, feel somedays that you would like the authorities to throw away the key or for you to move before he comes back. I'm not being mean, I'm just trying to add a little humor to this horrible situation that neither of you belong in.

Lastly, there are so many mental health options becoming available. Some free or low cost. If your husband is on Medicare or if he has a primary care doctor, they should be able to help you get the care he needs to keep you, him and those around you safe and calm.

There is a lot social and mental health info on line as well as treatment options for those with behavioral health issues. Please ask your doctor for a social worker and mental health specialist referral and invite them in to this very difficult situation to help both of you.

I'll keep you and your husband in my prayers and hope you will keep us posted on your success in getting professional help with this very scary and dangerous situation.
Maria

September 11, 2022
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Go see and ask your Primary and your Neurologist. Unfortunately this can happen with some PwP's (People with Parkinson's). See a professional! Don't take advice from a non-professional. Of course except from me. Ha!
You know what I mean!
Take Care!
Jack

September 11, 2022

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