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Who here is dealing with an adult SK who has a disability?

Anon2009's picture

Submitted by Anon2009 on Wed, 03/06/2013 - 7:53am

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Adult Stepchildren

I was wondering about this.

I think an adult SK with a disability adds a whole new dimension to an already difficult situation. Or it can, at the very least. I think the SK in question will need more support emotionally, financially or both from the bio parent. They may also need more help adapting to a stepfamily situation from the bio parent. The bioparent may need to help them in dealing with their feelings toward the sp.

So to that end, do you have an adult SK with a disability?

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Submitted by Amber Miller on Fri, 03/08/2013 - 1:41pm

My SD is disabled. She is a paranoid schizophrenic. Her illness has been a source of extreme concern. She also has a baby which is another huge concern. She is not taking her meds and is experiencing an exacerbation of her symptoms. Unfortunately, we have all tried to help her but she refuses to accept the fact that she needs help. She is suspicious of everyone and thinks that people are after her. We have done all we can. We just hope that she and the baby will be ok.