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Don’t put that poison in your body. I can’t remember if you said you are going to counseling, but if not, it might help. Everyone is right—you can only help yourself, not your son. It’s tempting to want to escape reality. Try to find some kind of hobby like crafts or needlework. It’s good to...

In the 1970s they had what were called pep pills, prescription amphetamines. Those were weak compared to what is out there now.

You mentioned CA. Does that stand for Coronary Artery Disease?

It’s good that he’s willing to work and performs well on the job. He seems bent on self-destruction. He’s defeating himself. I hope he gets counseling or a life coach to help him figure out why he sabotages any small amount of progress he makes. Things go ok, then he messes up. He probably...

Working for four months is good. Maybe four months will turn into five, eight, 22, and so on. What is the longest time he stayed at a job? Does he have solid work experience?

I’m sorry your son has given you so much grief over the years. From what you described, he inherited some problematic genes. His dad was in and out of prison. His grandparents have personality disorders. This is a mix of genes that will continue causing problems for future generations. Mental...

I wanted to check in and see how those of you who live in Hawaii are doing. I’m not sure which islands you are on. Not Maui, I hope.

Has your son ever been to counseling? Is he against it?

If you can reason with her at all, ask her what she imagines will happen if things go in her favor. She will probably have to pay a fine and be sent to rehab.

I think homeless shelters need to have accommodations for families. They usually divide the men and women. The children are kept with the women in most cases. It’s sad that a couple can’t stay together at a shelter, which is probably why your son and his new wife haven’t gone to one. I hope...

Seroquel and s great for aggression and anger management, but the side effects are horrible. My grandma was given Seroquel at the nursing home because she was punching nurses and throwing things at other patients. It’s not really approved for dementia patients, but doctors at nursing homes...

I’ve read that it takes some people up to four times in rehab to stay off drugs, but after the fourth time, the addict might soon relapse. The good news is that is their last relapse because they suddenly decide to quit in their own. After that point, they don’t use ever again. Homelessness is...

The fungal infection sounds concerning. I hope she was given some medication and is taking it.

I hope he’s being careful with all those different girls.

It’s extremely hard on family when someone in the household has a mental illness. If it runs in the family, those who don’t carry the gene are very fortunate. A family curse like mental illness can go on for generations before that gene finally fizzles itself out.

Tell your son that tumeric capsules or Glucosamine Sulfate has helped me tremendously with osteoarthritis. If he complains about the expense, despite being cheap at Walmart, explain that it’s an investment to improve his life and comfort level in order to continue working. I hope he’s not...

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy is another form of treatment. The 12-step programs have high failure rates. I think DBT is more effective, especially for addicts who have mental illness.

Homeless in Phoenix—not exactly a cold, freezing climate. He won’t freeze. If he gets too hot from staying out in the heat, it will be his choice because he could go to a shelter. Also, many cities supply water for the homeless by bringing in Water Angels and Lost Sheep Ministries.

I think it’s sad and unfair when mom or dad try to keep the grandparents from seeing their own grandchildren. Basically, your relationship with your granddaughter comes at a price. It’s very kind and generous for you to step in and be her legal guardian is necessary. Your love for your...

Does he think he can’t stay off of drugs/alcohol forever? He sounds depressed, too. Is he involved in any healthy hobbies or working at a job he likes? He’s probably down in the dumps because he can’t have contact with certain friends anymore who are still using drugs or drinking heavily. Life...