Mouseyone. I am so so sorry you are going through this. My son as well developed schizophrenia which I believe was brought on by drug use. We could no longer have him in the house due to violent episodes and the impact on the family. Add to that, he was kicked out of several apartments we rented for him due to noise, drug use and violent behavior. With an inheritance I went so far as to purchase a condo for him to live in while he sought treatment and went back to school. Guess what? Even that didn't work out. He committed a criminal act there, was given a restraining order etc. That was my end point. He did go to rehab and was finally diagnosed with schizophrenia and put on the proper treatment with the social supports as well. He now lives in a group home. Is this what I expected? No. But it is what it is. There are tough choices we must make. Only when I finally got of his way, and looked after me first did things begin to change. Be brave, be strong, we are all behind you but as others have said look after you first. Hugs!!!!
