I feel like our son, and by extension, the whole family, is being held hostage by the mental health care system. Recently, he was accepted at a residential facility for treatment. It was approved by insurance and Medicaid. Then a company called Ascend Management got involved and denied coverage. If I try to discipline my…
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Held Hostage by Mental Illness
Some days, I feel like a hostage in my own home. Held hostage by mental illness. Seriously. David had a couple of really good days. Mom took him into the city, he spent time with his favorite Aunt. Life was good for him. Then there are days like today. If it isn’t his way, then…