What can i do to help my daughter

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My daughter has been diagnosed with ED and depression for 5 years now. She has been admitted to IMH several times for suicide. She is obsessed with death and have lost all faith to recover. How can I help her in her recovery path. She is 19 this year.

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Dear @settledbayleaf6341

Thank you for reaching out. I can see how deeply you care about your daughter. It is fully understandable that it has been very painful for you to see your daughter struggling.

I think that you being a safe space for her is the most important way you can support her. Engage her in daily activities and enjoy the times together even if these are simple . I have seen that being open to talk to her about the topics she brings up in a non judgmental will help.

I also recommend speaking to her care providers and keeping them updated on what is going on and ensuring your daughter attends treatment and counselling sessions regularly with them. Ask them what you can do to help your daughter stay safe. Take care of yourself too and remember you are already doing your best. Be kind and compassionate to yourself. :yellow_heart:

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Is there any group sessions that can make her talk openly and acknowledge her issue and help is available and not to far away?

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Dear @settledbayleaf6341

I recommend checking in with the doctors or the clinical team treating your daughter on the types of support suitable and available.

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Yes. She has been on regular psychiatrist visit and Counselling but she is still constantly depressed with suicidal thoughts. Is there any therapist programs that is available. I am open to try out anything that can help her to change her thoughts on suicide

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Dear @settledbayleaf6341

Thank you for your patience and unwavering dedication :yellow_heart: . It’s understandable you are constantly exploring different ways to help your daughter get better. I sense that your daughter’s case sounds complex and I recommend that it will be best for you to have an open discussion with your daughter’s treatment team. Do check options such as group psychotherapy with them. Your daughter can also consider calling SOS at 1767 or the national mindline at 1771 for immediate support when needed. These hotlines are manned by caring and experienced counsellors and operate 24/7 so encourage your daughter to seek urgent help whenever needed.

While you are taking care of your daughter, please also remember you matter too. There are also several caregiver resources available at mindline such as Caregiver stress: Tips for taking care of yourself - Article

Please do not be discouraged, I have seen that recovery is possible though it a long process which is full of ups and downs. Keep going one tiny step at a time.:yellow_heart: