Social phobia nephew

I hope I can get some helpful advice. My nephew is 35 and has not left the house for about 15 years or more. Lives with his parents (my sister&husband). My sister is 62 and dealt with depression for many years. She has NEVER taken him to a Dr. for diagnosis or treatment. He spends most of time in his room, his own attached bathroom and even has small fridge in his room. He will go into living room with parents for about one to two hours at night. Spends 22 hrs a day in his room on computer. He interacts with nobody but his mom and dad. He has 2 brothers if they visit the house he will let them in his room and talk to them. That's it. Hasn't spoken to anyone else in 15 years, only those 4 family members. Refuses to even take a ride in car with either parent. I use to get so frustrated at my sister because she goes to Drs but never made him go. She allowed him to quit school at 15 about when it all started. I begged her to get him help many years ago, when he was still a teen. Now, I'm telling you, nobody will or can get him out. He is also OCD -I am guessing- as he won't eat food ANYONE has touched. If his parents reach into a bread bag for a piece of bread, he will not eat any from that bag. I am very saddened about him and his condition. Does anyone know any helpful hints to start him moving in the right direction? His parents just accept the situation and say thats just how he is. This young man needs help.

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