True story: my seriously manic son seeks med care; told to come back in 9 days.

[Wait Wut]

2. I'm so sorry.

I just had a two hour long conversation with my best friend last nite and her almost identical situation with her son. It DID escalate and became a very dangerous situation for her, her family and her son. She had to resort to having someone call the cops. The outcome was very positive due to some very understanding officers, jail personnel and a county prosecutor with a heart. They got him the help he needed immediately.

It's like this everywhere. Funding for mental health has been slashed to pieces here in AZ (especially my county). An amazing guidance clinic received threats constantly from their neighbors. We have an enormous homeless population and the only solution you hear about is shipping them to CA.

My advice, start making phone calls to the county health dept., local clinics, anyone that will listen. Someone will hear you. Do an online search for support groups in your area. They may be able to find you some immediate assistance.

My best to you and your son. It's heartbreaking.