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A member asked:
How can i get my adult son to see a neurologist when he refuses to believe what is happening to him?
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Parenting 101: Unfortunately, after the age of 18 you cannot force your son to see a doctor unles he is at risk to self or others. I do not know from your question " what is happening to him" but i suggest you contact his physician.
Answered 4/16/2021
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Although I agree that an adult son has the right to decline requests, the key issue is his symptom experience (e.g., if losing consciousness, dangerous to drive. If getting confused, losing memory, getting "sick" HA's, potentially disabling). If a danger to self or others, his disorder can prompt a compulsive requirement by authorities. If he has a personal physician, perhaps this can influence
Answered 4/17/2021
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