[Pooh40]

My friend is a 55 year old man who has obvious psychological issues that has his elderly mother and I terribly worried.
He holds down a good job, but will likely be losing it because of his behaviours.
He refuses to bathe and he smears feces all over his bathroom walls, cupboards, sink, etc. He is also withdrawing from contact with all of his friends. He often phones his mother and pretends to be a woman or someone with an accent.
My concern right now is that his Mother is actually going down-hill emotionally and physically with worry about her son. Perhaps if she knew there was a physiological or psychological condition or diagnosis, it might ease her mind. There might then be a way to get help for him.
Does anyone recognize his behaviours as any particular condition?
I know that some autistic children smear feces, but I haven't heard whether or not this behaviour changes with age.
I'd appreciate any information and feedback you could provide. Thank you.

[Catherine2]

Originally Posted by Pooh40

My friend is a 55 year old man who has obvious psychological issues that has his elderly mother and I terribly worried.
He holds down a good job, but will likely be losing it because of his behaviours.
He refuses to bathe and he smears feces all over his bathroom walls, cupboards, sink, etc. He is also withdrawing from contact with all of his friends. He often phones his mother and pretends to be a woman or someone with an accent.
My concern right now is that his Mother is actually going down-hill emotionally and physically with worry about her son. Perhaps if she knew there was a physiological or psychological condition or diagnosis, it might ease her mind. There might then be a way to get help for him.
Does anyone recognize his behaviours as any particular condition?
I know that some autistic children smear feces, but I haven't heard whether or not this behaviour changes with age.
I'd appreciate any information and feedback you could provide. Thank you.

Jmo, Pooh40...
Perhaps getting his family physician involved is necessary.
There isn't really enough information given to us in order for us to help you.
Is this new behavior or another episode of one? Did this friend have a diagnosis of autism as a child?
Many questions, I know...

A major concern is the mother. Her physical and mental health needs should be recognized and honored...

Perhaps the following site can provide you with information.
http://www.findingdulcinea.com/guide....pg_03.html#03
The site has links to many resources...

Best wishes,
Catherine

[jeNeTeConnaisPas]

he should most definitely see a doctor. these bizzarre behaviours could be caused by a serious medical problem.

did this come on suddenly? it could be mental illness, but personally i would be worried about a potential brain tumor.

please have him see a doctor, and good luck to all of you.

take care.

[gimmeice]

Hello pooh40, welcome to psych central.
I agree that you should encourage your friend to go to the doctor, maybe you could go with him to make sure he mentions his symptoms.