a father in North Carolina

My son too is an artist, a very talented musician who lost the ability to remember chords when his illness began about age 16.  Not understanding his illness, his mother had him arrested and put in jail.  Two years ago I brought him to live with me.  He has been diagnosed with a schizoaffective disorder--he hears voices, has delusions and a mood disorder.

None of the medications helped my son.  He developed a swallowing disorder from one of them, so I took him off it and started him on another regimen three months ago.  He says he feels better, sleeps less, has become a gourmet, fat-free cook, but still can't play his guitar.

To the Cadigan family, I say thank-you for the courage, for the tenacity and for the love.  You all give me much hope.