Dealing with a loved one who has mental illness is tough. Love alone is not sufficient. Professional help is necessary, especially during a crisis. Family members often think they can handle it alone, but they can't. Dealing with a family member or loved one who suffers from mental illness is a difficult and complicated task. Love simply isn't enough. People with mental disabilities need professional help, especially if they are in the midst of a crisis. Too often, family members think that they can deal with these problems on their own, but they can't.