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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]They don't sound like random things to me. Don't you prefer to have a good coat and enough clothing that you can wear something different and clean? Of course now that he's getting out more, he's thinking of these things. You don't want to buy him these things. But they aren't random.

Can he afford these things? If so, take him to Walmart and Target to help him pick them out. If he can't afford them, tell him what you can afford and help him sort out what is most important to him. [/quote]

Why is any of this OP’s responsibility?? Having a personality disorder does not affect ones ability to buy inexpensive essentials for oneself.[/quote]

He's receiving disability, which means he is unable to work enough to provide for himself. He clearly has a mental or cognitive disability, and yes that probably keeps him from buying inexpensive essentials for himself. He needs help. OP isn't obligated to help him, but gosh that's cold.

OP, at least you have the right idea regarding boundaries. Decide where he needs assistance, and tell him clearly your intentions. Then at the very least, help him help himself. Teach him how to do what he can't figure out. Or at least Encourage him to tell his therapist he's struggling with these things. I wouldn't cut him off without knowing he can accomplish these things himself. [/quote]

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