Hi. First, I'm so sorry you lost your sister. I can't pretend to imagine your pain.

Secondly, I was also my mom's caregiver at your age. I remember the suicide attempts, the overdoses, visiting her in ICU, talking to deputies, EMT's, calling 911, trying to balance some sort of normal life with my home life.

Honestly, I can think of few things more painful than what you are going through right now. The world tells us that maternal bonds are supposed to be the most strong. Yet, in our lives, we got stuck raising our moms. It's a hard place to be in and I just send hugs and prayers your way.

I agree with the psych ward, however, you should know, it is pretty difficult for a child to get their parent committed depending on where you live. I tried 20 times and it NEVER succeeded b/c once her psychotic break was over, she would be able to talk her way out of it and blame me for the whole thing.

Most of society still takes adults' words over children's words... even though that is extremely unfair so many times.

If your mother trusts you, try and get her to agree to a voluntary stay. Tell her it will be a break for both of you.

Sending prayers and hugs.