Mr. Ward Character Analysis

It is an enigma in which the characters have made an unrealistic life for themselves, although most of the main characters are no longer real. You would think that this is a classic sign of schizophrenia, but then what would you classify the wife and children who not only blocked a traumatic experience that ended in death, but believe that they are alive as well? This story was beautifully written and put together that there seems to be a series of different disorders, not only for Mr. Ward/ Mr. Will but for his deceased wife and children.
Although the signs were there, Mr. Ward was so far gone in his illness that the unreal became real. I've always wondered how does it come to a person that can still live their lives in an unrealistic world,
It is difficult to understand their condition, because we see reality and they do not. And we will never understand but can only help gain their transition into what we deem the real.
Some may not want the aide and assistance with therapy and medication because of possibly losing what they hold dear, for example in the case of Mr. Ward, who wants his family to stay and still try to live an unreal life and others want the help because these illusions can be frightening and taking over their lives and they want to regain their lives back.
I believe instead of confronting these clients adamantly and demeaning their condition, we must treat them as humans who are just slightly mentally altered and help them cope with their condition by gaining trust and adherence to therapy and medication in order to transition them into society safely.
Mental health is a difficult subject for those who strictly follow what is normal for them, therefore the lack of support for those battling mental disorders. Society should not shun them, but embrace and encourage the help that they need in order for them to gain their lives and balance that they deserve just like everyone