Hi jtassar93. I'm glad you got through the night OK. I understand how hard it is to be alone. I've been on disability for a long time, and my husband works full-time, and my family and friends never visit much anymore. I do have my pet. He's a comfort. I spend a lot of time online, which does help a bit.

Can you think of some things you can plan with your little brother that will keep him home with you a bit more? Maybe plan some pizza movie night or bake something together, or whatever you two might like. Also, can you drive? Maybe there is a DBSA or NAMI meeting near you you can go to at night. Or something at your local library? Or just go sit in a cafe, or go to a movie (maybe don't pick a depressing one). Watch some movies you really like? I could watch a few a hundred times and still want to watch them again.