Treated successfully for depression/anxiety 8 years ago but recently slipping back into panic/depression/delusions of poverty. Psych Dr. trying all sorts of new meds, but nothing working for the past 6 months. She refuses to see people including children (other than live-in son), grandchildren, even doctors. “Cannot leave the house” because she physically feels unwell all the time. Need advise on what to do.
Does your live-in brother have POA/HCPOA? What kind of caregiving does he do for her?
Not leaving the house could be so many things. Things off the top of my head include fear, fear of falling, eyesight problems. Or incontinence issues. Sometimes people stay at home as worried they won't get to a public loo in time, or too hard, too embarrassed to ask for help.
There are many brain conditions that unfortunately bring depression, Parkinson's Disease being one. Is that an issue at all?
I am sorry for this situation. Sometimes you try all the avenues & just can't find a cure. Kind thoughts to you & your Mother.