Actor Taye Diggs discusses caring for his sister living with schizophrenia

Actor Taye Diggs is a care partner to his younger sister who is living with schizophrenia. He shares his experience caring for someone with a neurological disorder and what he has learned from it.
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#TayeDiggs #Schizophrenia #CarePartner

[@CuteCatsofIstanbul]

I have a number of mental and physical issues. Without my sister, I’d be jobless, homeless, houseless, broke, all alone … thus dead. Thank you sis for all you do ❤❤❤

[@conversationswithadrianne]

❤ That's good to hear. ❤

[@ONELOVE-xo9wf]

❤❤❤❤ a true loving sister indeed!!

[@queenieny4654]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️❤️❤️

[@Cattt01]

❤

[@Amy1924-xr9vq]

Be Thy #Healed In The Mighty Name Of Jesus Christ Amen and God takes cares of lily in the field and you are more than lily in fields and God Is going to take care of you too and just trust God and have faith in God the size of a mustard seed 🙏

[@joyce132]

This isn't talked about enough. Thank you for sharing!

[@rkms5606]

❤

[@queenieny4654]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️❤️❤️

[@tmartin30746]

My sister was diagnosed at 18, my heart pours out to any family supporting a loved one with any mental challenges.

[@JessicaLanear]

My grandmother had schizophrenia and it was challenging. When she was on her medication, she was zombie like. No matter how much we altered the medicine. When she was off her medication, she was my best friend. But about three times a year, she would have these rages. They’d last for days and go away. As time went on they would happen more frequently. By the time that she was older, she was on medication but she was never herself again. This was a person who made my childhood magical. To see this happen to her over the course of her life really broke my heart. I loved her so much.

[@purple7vi0let]

That’s so sad. I’m sorry you went through that. ❤

[@starshanae80]

Have mercy lord 🙏🏾 😩 😫 I hear this quite often. I dislike medication for sure because of this. Sorry you witnessed this and thank you for sharing ❤

[@jacalynjohnson4656]

Having strong family support is a blessing.

[@gildaopher1728]

Thank you for sharing Tye.

[@michelleb8559]

I have two adult children with schizophrenia. Everyone’s experience will be different. I am glad his sister seems to have a good grasp on this illness. But please don’t watch this and think everyone that has schizophrenia will manage well like his sister. Schizophrenia can be totally debilitating even with medication. But I love to hear positive stories for those that do have this disease ❤

[@Trae4life]

You are so completely right. My daughter has it and the medicine isn’t enough. It’s been 5 long years of trying to see what works for her. I am glad, as well, that his sister is thriving. Stay blessed!

[@starshanae80]

Thanks for sharing. Everyone experience definitely is different.

[@starshanae80]

Prayers for you and your family ❤

[@fdm2155]

Yes, my family member did well on medication for two years only to begin having serial hospitalizations. Medical providers did not listen when family suggested meds had become less effective and needed to be reconsidered. 10 months and several hospitalizations later: doctor declares that meds had become less effective. 🙄

[@michelleb8559]

@@fdm2155 It’s very frustrating. My daughter was hospitalized for two weeks and we were told at discharge she was “stabilized” only for her to be released and to walk on the Los Angeles freeway. Schizophrenia is a very frustrating disease. My son was on monthly injections and that zombies him out so now he is on the oral form of the same med at a different dosage but he still has symptoms. Unfortunately the system is setup to be reactive versus proactive so as far as the providers actually trying to figure things out proactively they wait until it is too late.

[@shellyrealini6292]

Love this man! A man that takes care of his family is a REAL man 😊

[@bakerkawesa]

I'm only reminded that I have it when it's time to take medication. I live a normal and independent life. Medication and outlook are key.

[@jennifera7153]

Thank you for sharing and many blessings to you 🫶🏼

[@valeriebillings7248]

All the best to you! Keep Pushing! Happy to hear you’re doing well ❤💐👏🏽

[@malissa1134]

More people need to hear that they can live a normal life. I'm so happy that you found medication that works well for you.

[@annea5781]

Glad to hear 🙂😊

[@user-st6nt4ou6f]

So glad to read your comment

[@renhunt3364]

What a man, what a man, what a mighty good man!! Yes, he is!! I have a close family member that was diagnosed 6 years ago. Our family experience parallels everything he expressed. I am so glad that he is using his platform to talk about his sister. Really encouraging!!

[@hailesalassierasterfari6218]

My uncle has Schizophrenia he lives with my mom, i understand completely what he's going thru.

[@gloriouslyaesthetic]

You do NOT understand what he's going through.

[@Draw4Dame]

@@gloriouslyaesthetic He’s talking about The guy in the video mf

[@gloriouslyaesthetic]

@@Draw4Dame oopsies daisies 💃🤭

[@ebvisionnetwork8758]

I am so proud of him. When my mom passed I became the caregiver for my brother who had the same thing. He just passed. It was so difficult… But I am happy I did it. And I love this actor as well. 🧘🏾‍♂️🫶🏽

[@sugarpie8137]

@ebvisionnetwork8758: Good Morning Hunnie, Let Me(Begin By)Extending, My Condolences To You&Your Family(On The Passing),On Both(Your Mom&Brother).....They Were Both Extremely(Proud, And Lucky),To Have You.....Sending Positive Energy, Bless Up

[@jennifera7153]

Rest in peace to your brother and you’re amazing for stepping in to care for him. Many love and blessings to you beautiful 🫶🏼

[@annea5781]

Sorry for your loss 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Michele-wj4wd]

His mother passed too and she helped with caregiving of his sister!

[@annea5781]

@@Michele-wj4wd 😢 I hope they are doing fine.

[@terry4161]

Both of my parents are schizophrenic and met in an institution. Idk how I managed that with no help. It’s not easy, and very stressful on my childhood. I was like a parent to them. I understand what he is dealing with.

[@GNW-wr5hk]

You should write a book. That's quite an interesting experience and perspective.

[@terry4161]

@@GNW-wr5hk I was thinking of doing that but wasn’t certain anyone would be interested. Thank you for the comment.

[@GNW-wr5hk]

@terry4161 After you write it. Give it a bit time wise and shop it as a movie.

[@terry4161]

@@GNW-wr5hk that’s a good idea, I appreciate the advice

[@Tee-Kay_9708]

@@terry4161, If you have not gone to therapy please do so… I had a mother with this disease and I looked after her until her death. I am in therapy to unload some of those experiences. Writing a book would be great, but you going on your own healing journey is rewarding too.

[@nsanejane7713]

We are currently tryna get a diagnosis for my sister & my cousin has been on the streets for years he was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia years ago but refuses treatment. I’m glad Taye is helping his sister I wanna help mine as well but she thinks she’s fine & that’s the problem.

[@M1N1Girl007]

People also have to want to be helped. Remember that. The more pressure you put on them to get help the more they'll retreat

[@SuperToocool4skool]

​@@M1N1Girl007 70% of people with schizophrenia will never realize they need help. It's a condition called anosognosia- a lack of insight. If we are waiting for them to say they need help, we will wait forever. Interventions such as covert medication administration and talk therapy need to be used. It's like helping a blind person to walk, u have to help them whether they want it or not.

[@SuperToocool4skool]

70% of people with schizophrenia will never realize that they are ill, it's a condition called anosognosia- a lack of insight. In order to treat them, one has to make sure they get their medication, covertly if needed, and engage them in talk therapy which should build trust. There's a book that helps with this called I Am Not Sick, I Don't Need Help by Dr. Xavier Amador.

[@malissa1134]

Many people with mental health issues don't recognize the symptoms in themselves. As their support system it's our responsibility to recognize the behavior and get it addressed. It gets tough when your loved one is uncooperative because if the are an adults they are within their rights to refuse treatment unless they hurt themselves or somebody else. Sending you lots of support and healing energy to your family 💕

[@brendavanzant5246]

That is the problem. Some think there’s not a problem so they refuse meds and treatment. Not realizing that they could possibly live a normal life. By normal, I mean hold down a job, take care of themselves. It’s hard when you’re trying to help and they will not help themselves because they cannot mentally understand.

[@wyntonmohorn]

My twin brother has been suffering through having Schizophrenia & Bipolar disorder for 20 years. I wish I could get the help of better resources to help him get the care that he needs.

[@srobinson35]

My twin sister was also Bi-polar. Definitely ups and downs in behavior especially when the medication was working but then when she felt well, she felt that she did not need the medication and would plummet in behavior. I was there for her until she unexpectedly passed…….Just continue to be there

[@purpledynasty1442]

Your comment is the discussion and focus needed. REAL resources and help is needed for sufferers and their caregivers, not a list of useless PR referrals who give you more useless PR referrals running u ragged causing more anxiety. Prayers n Blessings to you and ur brother!

[@ypost6585]

Lack of resources is definitely the real issue. Most people have to work and try to care for people with debilitating mental illness. Plus full time care is extremely costly and more expensive than most can afford which leaves the burden on family. I’m glad Taye’s sister had a great outcome but he also had the finances to get here whatever care is required.

[@rkms5606]

🙏🏿 where are you all located? State? Do you have local social services resources?

[@ypost6585]

I’m in Georgia. There are some local resources but my loved one is not able to function on her own and requires full time care.

[@mariacrudup2501]

I'm so glad Taye Diggs shared this story about his sister. It's very helpful to know that people with schizophrenia can thrive and do well in life. Beautiful!

[@ErinWalker-je4vw]

Taye Diggs is an exceptional celebrity and he uses his status for good 😊.

[@rls25132]

Wonderful family and brother. Knowledge and support make all the difference.

[@scamp_bk]

Unfortunately, the disease plays out differently for a lot of people - same disease but different outcomes. I am happy to hear he gives his sister full support and she is thriving but I my experience of being the caretaker for someone with this horrible disease was a nightmare daily. I was making sure the person was taking their meds and going to therapy but I had to sleep with one eye open and the other closed. I had to make sure I had a safety plan in place for myself first then put in plan in place for the person with the disease. I was scared all the time I had no help from family or friends. The illness kepted me isolated and made me depress. I do feel like we need to have more talks on mental illness - it's so needed.

[@user-st6nt4ou6f]

You describe a very common very stressful situation. We had to lock a family member out of another family members home because that person has nighttime rages and was entering that home. Other family members became angry at us and a rift developed that has not healed. But it was a question of safety and we could not, would not compromise that . The family member refuses treatment of any kind.

[@smithed5153]

What a frightening situation! Look after yourself x

[@dianajohnson4364]

Praise GOD Taye you're talking about this, my brother struggles with schizophrenia and has been since my childhood. I'm so glad you stepped in to help my brother and the support makes a world of a difference.

[@user-st6nt4ou6f]

She is truly blessed that she has this wonderful suppirt AND is able to take medication that helps her. Many with schizophrenia refuse to even try meds and thus you are blocked in helping and supporting them. I speak from experience

[@queenieny4654]

My daughter was refusing too but then we got her to agree to do the injections after she wasn’t taking the pills thank God…

[@sharondalynnewton7562]

Them staying on the meds is the challenge.

[@DeeDiamond2981]

In my case, my brother takes his meds. He enjoys it. I thank God

[@vee2841]

They can speak with their psychiatrist about getting meds / anti-psychotics, in the form of an injection like Invega Sustena.

[@queenieny4654]

@@vee2841my daughter takes the injections every month…she wasn’t taking the pills and had to be institutionalized twice…

[@carolynmyrie2280]

So important to talk about the condition. Medication, therapy, and prayer was my family's priority with my brother who suffered for years.

[@klomax7089]

Thank you for featuring this topic, and immense thanks to Taye Diggs and his sister for the courageousness to talk about it. All communities need to be aware but especially the Black community. 🙏🏾

[@belindahearn2662]

I so appreciate this, my nephew was diagnosed after 21 and this has been such a road and this is not talked about enough and people do not believe or understand that folks can go from day to night and that they need love support and family and friends who understand this is not a chosen illness and they cannot help it but that they want a life free of this disease as much as those who love them do. Thank you so much for sharing this story it is so important in all communities but black communities because sometimes we do not have the ability to see that love is more than when a person is doing right but when they also are not well and need the help of the village

[@karentyler436]

Thank you Taye Diggs for sharing your sister illness and giving insight on how important it is to have a strong supportive family and resources available to learn about mental illness. My son is 30 yrs old with the same illness it’s very challenging at times. I’m thankful and grateful that God has been by my side through it all. ❤

[@queenieny4654]

My daughter is 32 with schizophrenia it’s been really rough at times…but her 2 brothers and I are her support system…she’s taking the injections monthly after refusing to take the pills…it helps but there’s still room for improvement especially with taking care of herself and around her living space…she does some therapy also but I think she needs more of that on a regular…

[@ericdwhitmorec]

I know this is off topic, but his skin is Glorious!

[@rainbow3649]

That's what this skin does. The darker the better!

[@jlv3x]

Living in the same home with someone that has mental health issues can be extremely difficult. Not everyone has the patience and understanding to deal with the emotional ups and downs that can be completely different from day to day.

[@queenk3126]

Very true. I applaud the caregivers. I personally cannot because I have my own issues. I just continue to pray for the ones who can deal with it.

[@alisoncopeland8890]

Wow he’s a good big brother a lot of people wished they had that 💯

[@christine-t8v]

god bless you ok my dad had sundown dimentia and it was like Jekyll n Hyde I got my dad out of nursing home god will bless you ok you are a great brother god bless you sunshine

[@ginany3565]

My brother has a TBI and was in a nursing home and had sundown. May I ask if you moved him to another nursing home? I ask because I think his being in a nursing home made his situation worse.

[@lisanester3338]

Thank you for sharing. I know how difficult this can be but we must continue to address this openly. Stay strong.

[@557Deola]

This is a great topic, so many people get tossed away instead of being help.

[@v9473d]

Thank you sir. Thank you for being willing to be visible about this issue for those of us who don’t have a platform like yours. Many of us live silently with the pain and helplessness that mental illness in our loved ones can create. Many who suffer from MI do not have family support either because it is not available or is not given.

[@prosperity.]

Thank You. ❤ Taye Diggs for sharing your story it's just a way of showing that many people have loved one's with the same diagnosis and their not alone 🙏🏽❤️

[@samlewis6615]

My big brother has Schizophrenia, he looks homeless but he is not he has a beautiful apartment. Sometimes I'll see him wandering the streets i always stop & talk to him he usually doesn't want to be bothered lol.

[@lateka28]

Thank you so much for sharing your sister story. We need more light shined on mental disorders.

[@aelet17]

God bless everyone who is a caretaker… I feel like, sadly, the best education is living through it with that person… My mom has Bipolarism. So, instead of learning of the typical interpersonal experiences of childhood to teenage years, I was having the most up close learning experience of my mom’s Bipolarism: seeing the impending spirals, learning triggers, learning how to prevent triggers, learning how to extend the good times of stability, and learning to have a very thick skin. Also, seeing the delusion and grandiose thinking. Dreading the poor decision making when unstable… In my mid-twenties, like a dance, I shifted into the position of the unofficial caretaker. Never acknowledged. Just stepping up to do 80% of everything for her besides baths, although not physically disabled. Just not showering for weeks when in depression mode. I am all that she has because her family does not have the understanding of mental illness nor the patience. However, her siblings have or are struggling with some form of mental illness too. Just my mom’s is more obvious in manic episodes.

[@christinaw.4626]

As a former caregiver my heart and prayers go out to you, that's HARD 🙏🏾

[@aelet17]

@@christinaw.4626 thank you so much! We definitely need them 💝

[@WorkhardwithaJob_Career]

Yes, I am also a caretaker as well and luckily I split the responsibilities with her other children. It also helps that I have a partner who understands; however, he would not be able to do it if I did not have help and it was all on me. There are resources out there if you feel like it's too much for you.

[@peachesbarrett6693]

What love!God Bless You for loving and caring about Your sister.

[@tanyabrown791]

I love this. Dealing with this right now with a family member. It’s been a journey and family support is so very important.

[@annejames890]

Amen ! Thank you Mr Diggs for sharing . May God continue to strengthen you , bring healing to your sister .

[@kaym.2854]

They also need to talk about what increases the risk of this happening and how it can be prevented. People are going to be upset with me but marijuana is one such cause. People encourage you to smoke it, but they don't know that it increases the risk of mental health issues especially when there is a history of mental illness in the family. He is absolutely right- you have to be patient and supportive. Kudos to him for showing that level of care for his sister and for talking about it, because the stigma is so so harmful- to both the person diagnosed and the relatives.

[@michelleb8559]

The use of marijuana can definitely increase the risk of schizophrenia. What a lot of people don’t understand is that everyone has a gene that cause schizophrenia. Usually a traumatic event causes the gene to become active and no longer remain dormant. I have two adult children that have schizophrenia. Both also have type 1 diabetes so there are studies being done to see if there is a link between that and schizophrenia. But I have done so much research and I came across multiple studies that suggest there is a link between marijuana use and schizophrenia specifically. Genetics can also play a role. Sometimes it skips multiple generations and then boom it hits.

[@kaym.2854]

@@michelleb8559 Exactly! Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I'm sorry to hear about your family but it's great that you've done research. At first, when my family member was diagnosed I was devastated and refused to accept. It does take a toll. Keep doing the best you can. For both yourself and your children. 🙏

[@WorkhardwithaJob_Career]

@@michelleb8559 Wow I did not know this.

[@rkms5606]

That feeling of helplessness is real

[@paulawalker2780]

It takes alot of love ❤️ and patience to take care of someone that you love and care about that has schizophrenia Taye is a Good man and brother for taking care of his sister God bless him.

[@keshahunt1476]

Love me some Taye Diggs..may God guide him and bless both him and his sister in his mighty name...Amen

[@goodmeasure777]

Thank you Mr. Diggs, for being an advocate for your sister, and helping to bring more awareness of Mental Health disorders to the forefront. Mental Health and Wellness needs the same attention and respect as is Cancer, Diabetes, Addiction, etc.

[@blessed_jess_4eva]

Tremendously life changing & heartbreaking

[@123f89]

When you have resources or the kind of resources he has access to makes it easier to manage this illness

[@jemina8679]

I know exactly about this mental disorder schizophrenia my son got diagnosed when he was 19 years old now he’s 34. He’s been living with it for 15 years since then we’ve been in and out of the hospital, but not too long ago. We finally good psychiatric doctor for him. He start this new medication. So he’s doing a little bit better now. My Prayer to his family and his sister and everyone else that suffer from that terrible mental illness

[@TheLovely990]

Blessings to them both, and all living with this mental illness.❤❤

[@jennifera7153]

Thank you so much for this Taye. This video was very informational and truly appreciated. Thank you for being a good man and a great brother. You’re an amazing actor and still look amazing! 🫶🏼

[@normabarros3124]

This was nice for him to share. I wished he would have talked about what was his sister's behaviors to know what was going on. I wish my son would go to the doctor, something is wrong.

[@SS-gf6rl]

Bless you, Sweetie. Take care of your sister. May God bless you both.

[@user-uj9zj4uv5r]

That cool that taye diggs to take care of his sister

[@rhondaoutlaw4503]

Such an important message. Thank you for sharing

[@lt3074]

You never know what someone is going through.

[@cuteshoesandbags8094]

That's really big of Mr. Diggs. I can't imagine how much this worry drains him.

[@annegreenwood3624]

he is such an amazing man and big brother brining awareness to a subject that needs more light shed on it I too have a mental illness and sometimes your brain can do some crazy things the worst is those who say can’t you just get over it or medication isn’t needed a great interview

[@LoriJMarshall]

Schizophrenia can be a cruel disease for some. If your loved one has paranoia as one of their symptoms they can be difficult to treat. It can be heartbreaking for family as they shut you out. 😢

[@msfranklin2650]

OK ALTHOUGH I'VE SHIFTED HOW I NOW LOOK @ HIM WHICH ISN'T IN THE BEST LIGHT. YOU CAN'T TAKE AWAY FROM HIS ACTING. NOW KNOWING ABT HIS YOUNGER SISTER & WHAT THEY'RE ENCOUNTERING AS A WHOLE A FAMILY I SEE HIM IN A DIFFERENT LIGHT. I'M HAPPY THAT HE'S {THEY'RE} THERE FOR HER. SHE SEEMS TO BE THRIVING TOGETHER IN A HEALTHY WAY. APPRECIATE THEM TELLING THEIR STORY SHOWING THAT WHAT SEEMS SCARY CAN BE CONTROLLED W/ CORRECT TOOLS.

[@Goldan1]

This was an amazing interview! 1. Is anyone going to speak about how Taye Is aging better than fine wine? 2. I loved it when the interviewer spoke about people of color talking about mental health and used the term "we". Which means she included herself as a person of color instead of trying to pass.

[@queenlove8892]

Thanks for sharing, definitely need to be discussed more! The right therapist & treatment plan really can help them & genuine love if not levels get low & things go left! 🤗💜🦋 Educate yourself on the seriousness of this disease. Shalom

[@Sew-Ronica]

This shows us a different side of Tay. I can tell he's still a little scared for her. Rightfully so. Love the hat, btw.

[@queenieny4654]

I am caregiver for my daughter with schizophrenia who been institutionalized twice…she’s now on injections after refusing to take her pills and I have no fear of her…

[@jennifera7153]

I think the stigma behind this diagnosis is really because of those who don’t take their medication. This video confirms that if properly taken, those diagnosed can live a normal and healthy life. Thank you for spreading the word Taye and I’m so proud of your sister 🫶🏼

[@GratitudeGriot]

I have multiple family members with schizophrenia. Very important to normalize this diagnosis ❤️🖤💚

[@tameikaleggett9888]

My mom has schizophrenia, it’s not fun sometimes. But I love her so much.❤

[@whitdevereaux1871]

I love that term care partner. I'm also a care partner for a loved one living with Schizophrenia. 🙏🏾💜

[@whitneybrown4067]

Blessings💜🙏…..

[@Big269]

God Bless u for Helping her❤

[@anjpart1]

This conversation is so necessary. Thank you for sharing your heart and story with us and encouraging us all. God continue to bless you. ❤

[@sjtalksandlife]

Aw..God bless Taye for helping your sister..❤🙏🏾

[@daphnekivinen9482]

Taye Diggs needs to help himself also because if you don't a person cannot help another.

[@estellamobley9288]

I have a friend who was diagnosed with this and it is not always as manageable especially when the individual is in denial about the form of mental illness. Behaviors can be mentally and emotionally destructive. I pray one day my friend will one day get the help she truly needs. So not everyone will have this positive outcome.

[@sylviablackman1665]

Thank God you have the resources.

[@and-hx5gr]

I grew up watching this actor. he so sweet. My baby sister went through this. basically, over night she started hearing voices. This was very traumatic for the whole family. My mum spent the whole 2 months in hospital sleeping beside her. It is common of young people before 25 to happen . So keep an eye on your loved ones. She is on medication now is doing well. She had really low b12. Please keep your eye on loved ones.

[@malissa1134]

I agree with Taye. Research is key. For many years I have heard people refer to other people as "crazy" and leaving it at that. With proper diagnoses families can learn the proper tools to help support these individuals instead of putting them under the "crazy" umbrella and leaving them there.

[@brendarobinson7411]

God bless you Taye❤

[@beckymondi4397]

You are very right. I have 3 Nephews who from Marihuana became Schizophrenic. I try to warn poeple about Marihuana but no one believes me😢

[@MaritzaRodriguez-tt6fh]

My brother has this disease and sadly he won't accept help, he won't take his medication. He once went missing for 2 yrs couldn't find him. Now he is an alcoholic as well

[@SuperToocool4skool]

70% of people with schizophrenia will never realize that they are ill and need help. It's a condition called anosognosia- a lack of insight. Once I realized this then I was finally able to help My mom with her schizophrenia. You have to intervene at some point, u can't wait for them to ask for help because it will never happen.

[@MaritzaRodriguez-tt6fh]

@SuperToocool4skool my brother knows his schizophrenic. No matter how much we try to get him to get help he won't. We can't force him. Sadly until his a harm or harms another person will he be force into it

[@michelleb8559]

I had this same experience with my daughter who has schizophrenia. She jumped up and randomly got on a bus to Las Vegas and had no place to go and no friends or family there. We hadn’t heard from her and she hasn’t touched her SSI money that was in her account. We filed a missing persons report and a few weeks later we were told they found her sleeping on the streets with the other homeless people. She had a home but her schizophrenia made her believe she needed to leave her home. Unfortunately, she is still there and homeless. It’s so unfortunate and sad.

[@MaritzaRodriguez-tt6fh]

@michelleb8559 I'm sorry to hear 🙏 we are in the same place. My brother went missing 2 years, and we finally had to hire a private detective and found him homeless in Malibu. and we brought him back, but now he comes and goes but never for more than a 2 days 💔 just a never-ending cycle

[@WorkhardwithaJob_Career]

@@michelleb8559 Yeah; my mom with schizophrenia use to run off but I am very over-protective in general. Some people do not have the patience to always run after their loved one. I had lost my dad so I do whatever I can to hold on to my mom. She has been so good to me and she is such a sweet, kind, and generous person. She has a good heart when she is not manic.

[@ron1183]

This is a struggle but its amazing to see that someone else is able to do it.

[@adrienneberry1764]

Good thing Tye. God bless you both.

[@prettybrownskin355]

I like the term care partner

[@SunnyLadyFannie]

As long as my sister took her meds, she could manage. Eventually, we lost her whereabouts. She ultimately convinced herself that meds, food, and water was poison. She starved herself to death, alone in a hotel. She was in her mid forties.😢

[@lsquaretwins514]

Sad

[@tomikawilliams1191]

I worked with MI for 17yrs ,17 men 3women a 20 bed group home. They are people too treat them as such. Believe me, they know.

[@joyh2224]

Praise God!! ❤❤❤ Taye Diggs you are a Stand up guy. This disease is difficult 😪 , my Mother suffered with it: I learned over time , in conjunction with keeping her Doctor's appointments; To check her blood for vitamin and mineral levels , and make sure she had a balanced diet with vegetables and fruits, as, It aid in her ability to focus as Herself and less on the noise in her mind.

[@dcsuperman84]

Awesome Diggs

[@tammiepressley2684]

Taye thank you for sharing your family's story!

[@AbdulRaufFawwazKhan]

Mr Taye Diggs I hope your sister gets the best care possible and I hope she gets cured from her illness

[@41yearoldnewdriver]

How sad! Way to go Taye Giggs! I see ya on TV!

[@joannewilliams1452]

The Korean reporter doesn’t seem very compassionate compared to her colleague. Well done Taye for supporting your sister.

[@lotteleymoore-daigle9623]

My older brother God rest his soul had Schizophrenia

[@tanyabrown791]

“it’s a learning process.”

[@ShaShaLuva414]

This is a very hard condition to handle when you have a love one that battles with this mental illness. It has its ups and downs. The meds stopped working for my sister over time. The Drs had to change meds on a regular basis because the meds stop working after so long. The illness can cause patients to become dangerous. My sister put a pot of water on the stove 😢waited for it to boil 😢and through it on my Mom. that is one of the most serious things that she had done. 😢 Blessings to his family for better days ahead.

[@DanielleSkylark]

Very inspirational thanks Taye

[@angelaharris1563]

Taye is a wonderful brother ❤️✝️🙏

[@branchestarot]

“That is rough to watch a loved you and you can’t reach them.” Yep- but you do it in hope that one day you will.

[@DonnaHawkin]

Am glad he did not hide her because a lot of family are suffering hiding an in denial i had watch this movie with Lin Withfield good movie because if people act knowledge the mental sickness we would have less abusive relationship in many cases if the person dont take med they can become muderous or dislusion not all case but with help an family support they can live its so sad that a lot of family's dont acknowledge the sickness or they give up on them

[@hartzaire]

My cousins mom had it and members of my family had to raise her because of her moms diagnosis.

[@shanelly13]

That's love

[@kxmode]

I'm happy that her condition is manageable. However, it's important to note that mental illnesses come in many shades and sizes. Some have the lighter form, while others suffer terribly on the extreme opposite. If those people have access to care, then things can be managed, but in most cases, they don't, resulting in a person ending up homeless and worse. There are so many people homeless or in prison who literally suffer from mental illness.

[@nevergiveup9321]

Early intervention make a huge difference

[@michelleb8559]

This will go over so many people heads. You’re 💯 correct. Schizophrenia and mental illness is so misunderstood and those that don’t experience it first hand could never and will never understand how difficult it is trying to get them help. The system is setup to be reactive versus proactive so until they do something as a result they will suffer, become homeless, jobless and so on. Their loved ones suffer as well. You can petition the courts but what they require to do so is unreasonable and unrealistic.

[@queenieny4654]

After my daughters first episode we kept trying to get her help and it took time and some trying times but after 2 times being institutionalized she’s now on injections she’s not 💯 but she’s better than she was…her first episode happened when she was overseas celebrating her friends birthday it was really hard…

[@michelleb8559]

@@queenieny4654 I am glad you were able to convince her to take the injections and that she is doing better. It’s really hard to see your children go through such a horrible thing. 🙏

[@kxmode]

@@queenieny4654your daughter is a superhero

[@elayneking3396]

My heart goes out to you God will give you the strength to be their for her be bless in Jesus Name.

[@MidnightMusings948]

His character on Private Practice had a similar storyline… the sister was schizophrenic. They must’ve mirrored what was going on in his life with his sister.