Summary
A mother discusses her 18-year-old son's mental health problems and his social media use during crises. The son has posted videos and messages online showing his struggles, which included hospitalizations and issues with medication. The mother focuses on managing her own well-being while trying to support her son.
Key Facts
- The 18-year-old son posted videos from the hospital on Snapchat showing his mental health struggles.
- Doctors diagnosed the son with psychosis and considered it possibly drug-induced.
- The son has been hospitalized multiple times and had interactions with the police.
- He has difficulty understanding his condition due to anosognosia, meaning he lacks insight into his illness.
- The medications prescribed made him feel uncomfortable, leading him to stop taking them.
- His social media posts have served as an indicator for his family about his mental state.
- The mother has focused on her own well-being while trying to assist her son.