How can you help your daughter understand her behavior when she doesn't want to hear about it?
This is such a hard situation, and it's clear how much you care about your daughter. What you're describing — her not wanting to hear about what happened — could be related to a symptom called anosognosia. This is when the brain Show Full Answer
How can you help your daughter understand her behavior when she doesn't want to hear about it?
This is such a hard situation, and it's clear how much you care about your daughter. What you're describing — her not wanting to hear about what happened — could be related to a symptom called anosognosia. This is when the brain genuinely cannot recognize that something is wrong. It's not stubbornness or denial — her brain may simply not be able to process it. Research suggests it affects between 50% and 98% of people with schizophrenia. Here are some approaches that may help when trying to talk with her:
- Wait for a calm moment — Trying to discuss what happened right after an episode is rarely effective. Choose a time when she seems settled and open
- Focus on emotions, not facts — Instead of recounting what she did, try acknowledging how she might have felt: *"That night seemed really scary for you"*
- Avoid arguing or correcting — Your goal is connection, not convincing her of what happened
- Frame help as a choice — Something like *"I want to support you, how can I help?"* respects her as an adult while keeping the door open
- Keep it short and gentle — Long explanations can feel overwhelming
A MySchizophreniaTeam member shared a similar struggle: *"My son refuses to get help because there is nothing wrong with him."* You are definitely not alone in this. It may also be worth contacting her psychiatrist or doctor to let them know what happened. They can help adjust her treatment plan if needed, and can guide you on how to approach these conversations more effectively. Family therapy is another option that can help you feel more prepared for difficult moments like this one.
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