Their son in particular may grow up without a strong father figure except for me as their dad can disappear, refuse to take meds, or see doctor. I think I'll likely become his closest uncle.

His sister is 3 and he is 1. His sister will have aunts that I believe will fill that role as well, likely my wife.

Is there anything growing up that you found helpful or wish you had, or noticed in yourself or others with the illness? 

I also grew up with a mom with depression, and like my Brother in law getting them diagnosed let alone convincing them to take meds is an uphill battle. How do you fight that stigma early that convinces them it is something that can help them not change who they are?