Not only do you need to take care of your family member, but you need to take care of yourself

September 15, 2017 | 12m 00s

A father and caregiver shares his story about looking after his son and details why he thinks HIPAA laws should be modified when taking care of someone with mental health and addiction issues.

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STORYTELLER ATTRIBUTES
50 - 59
Male
College graduate
White
1xxxx
Caregiver
STORY TYPE
Mental Health; mental health + addiction
Mental Health; Substance Abuse; Having multiple health conditions at the same time
Finding out a diagnosis; Being treated; Getting tests or advice for how to be healthier; Communicating with doctors and nurses; Supporting family members who are sick; Making decisions about the right health care or treatment for you; Describing how easy or hard it has been for you to get the health care you need
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