My best friend lives an hour away from me. We've never met but have made plans to do so in a few weeks. We've been besties since i was 13, so for 5 years. For 5 years he's been my rock through depression, anxiety, ptsd, epilepsy. And i've been his through bipolar, depression, anxiety, ptsd.
Only a few days ago, he told me about his schizophrenia, that he's been living with for a very long time. He hasnt gotten any treatment for it, or told anyone else.
I know how to be caring towards him. Even though it scares me, i dont let it show and always try and make him understand that i love him anyway.
But i am worried that he isnt getting help. I know i cant force him, i can only encourage him. But how do i that in a way that doesnt make him feel cornered? How do i do that in a way that shows that i accept him and love him?