geisha Posted July 26, 2022 Share Posted July 26, 2022 Hi, a very good friend is in danger of a complete breakdown. Her husband, also my good friend, is suffering from very complicated cancer, and has turned from a super healthy handsome man ( 68 yrs) to a shadow of himself, practically overnight. They had just sold their very successful business and had planned a wonderful retirement traveling the world. They have a beautiful house and garden. Except…. Hes in and out of hospital, has marvelous care and specialists so nothing to improve on there. ill call her Susan, is keeping a brave front when with him, and when she’s not she goes to pieces, shaking uncontrollably, she eats hardly anything, she can’t hold it down. I think, and have been , trying to get her to see a specialist. She has doctor friends. But she won’t. My questions, what sort of doctor should she see, and how can I convince her to try. I’m really afraid she won’t last long like this with a total breakdown. They have no children , but very good friends and family. Thank you, I’m at my wits end seeing them both like this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin5prtw Posted August 29, 2022 Share Posted August 29, 2022 I'm so sorry for your friend and her husband. I don't really have any words of advice but wanted to say that you are so wonderful and kind for being there. Honestly, I think that is all you can do is be there for her, and perhaps encourage her to speak to someone about what she is going through, a licenced therapist perhaps? I have seen them online but of course be mindful and check reviews before choosing one. Thank you for being such a good friend, everyone needs a friend like you in hard times like these. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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