One day, a video by someone with a particular mental illness was suggested. While Lisa could appreciate the challenges of the poster, she wanted to highlight that it's also difficult for family and friends, so she left a comment reflecting those sentiments. She was surprised when a week later, she was notified of a reply: "I'm glad someone understands what it's like for the spouses." A month later she read: "I tried for 15 years but it just became unbearable."
People rarely bring casseroles to those who care for someone with mental illness.