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[quote=Anonymous]It sounds like a tough situation. I'm so sorry, OP.

Can you start the process of trying to get guardianship or a medical power of attorney? I'm not sure if that's a good idea or not, but it might be worth looking into so that you could be a part of his medical process more. That is, of course, if you want to.

It sounds like he is struggling a lot with emotional regulation and seems overwhelmed. That's not fair to you, but it is the reality of the situation. Can you work with a therapist yourself who can help you through figuring out some things? What about support groups for SN parents/siblings? Is there a mental health hotline you could call? You need some additional support and guidance.

I wouldn't hesitate to call the police if needed, and it might help with some documentation toward the type of assistance you will need for him long-term.

Additionally, there may be some behavioral things that you could be advised on that would help him cope better. I'm not saying you need to change or it's your responsibility, but a lot of research shows that parenting approaches can help with this type of thing. Most good parents have no idea the approaches, so it's not saying "you're a bad parent" - it's just learning an approach that helps this type of person. That sort of approach has helped us a lot, and although you aren't a parent, it could potentially help with trying to de-escalate situations as he becomes dysregulated.

Good luck.[/quote]

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