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Delusion of persecution
My friend has been suffering from delusion of persecution. Is delusion of persecution completely curable?
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Hello, Thanks for sharing Delusion of persecution is a type of fixed false belief where the person feels that others are trying to harm, harass or conspire against them. It can occur in various psychiatric disorders like schizophrenia, delusional disorder, or mood disorders with psychotic features. With appropriate psychiatric treatment- including antipsychotic medications and psychotherapy- many patients show significant improvement.
While complete "cure" may not always be possible in every case, early diagnosis, regular follow-up, and treatment adherence can lead to a good quality of life and substantial recovery in most cases.
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It is important your friend consults a qualified psychiatrist at the earliest for evaluation and management. You may book an appointment with Neuronal Fix Clinic, where we specialize in such conditions.
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Avoid trying to argue with or disprove the delusion, as it may cause distress or mistrust. Be supportive and encourage professional help.
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Yes it is curable . But he has take a proper consultation and be compliant with medication . It may take sometime but you can see the change for sure
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Delusion of persecution is a type of fixed, false belief where a person strongly believes they are being targeted, harassed, or plotted against. This symptom is most commonly associated with disorders such as schizophrenia and delusional disorder. While these conditions can be treated, the chance of a "complete cure" varies between individuals. With the right combination of medical treatment (mainly antipsychotic medications), psychotherapy, and support, many people experience significant improvement, though some may continue to have residual symptoms or occasional relapses. Early intervention increases the likelihood of a better outcome
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Encourage your friend to seek a psychiatric evaluation as soon as possible.
Starting antipsychotic medication (under medical supervision) is often effective in treating delusions.
Ongoing therapy with a mental health professional can provide coping skills and address underlying issues.
Encourage regular follow-ups with mental health services to monitor progress and adjust treatment as needed.
If there are concerns about safety (self-harm or harm to others), seek urgent help at a hospital or emergency helpline.
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Do not argue with your friend's delusional beliefs; instead, offer support and encourage treatment.
Avoid judgment, criticism, or confrontation about their experiences.
Involve close family members for additional support and to watch for warning signs such as withdrawal, increased suspicion, or behavioral changes.
Be patient: recovery may take time, and adherence to treatment is key.
Inform the mental health team about any substance abuse, as this can worsen symptoms.
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Delusion of persecution is a symptom. It’s not a disorder or a diagnosis. Will need detailed evaluation to ascertain presence of other symptoms and the diagnosis, suggest a treatment plan. With adequate treatment for adequate duration, it can be cured.
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Do not self medicate
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Delusions are made from past traumatic experiences, so to cure a delusion we have to go through the whole history of the patient thoroughly. To cure something its first requirement is to know what needs to be cured.
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For further help, reach out.
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Delusion of persecution is a psychiatric symptom. It is curable. Further more details regarding duration of the symptoms, onset , associated symptoms as smiling to self etc need to be explored. You must advise your friend family to visit a psychiatrist. If treatment start earlier, improvement will be seen early.
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Hello. Delusion of persecution is part of a larger illness, but is definitely curable, although it takes time.
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Dr. Vettrivel Arul
Homoeopath
7 yrs exp
Salem
Delusion of persecution is a type of psychotic symptom where the person strongly believes that others are plotting against them, watching them, or intending to harm themâeven in the absence of real evidence. It often appears in conditions like paranoid schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, or severe depressive or manic episodes with psychotic features. The key point is that this belief system is fixed and not easily changed by logic or reassurance. While it's a serious symptom, it does not mean a person has lost their intelligence or self-worthâit means their brain's perception and threat-processing systems are currently dysregulated, and they need medical care.
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Your friend needs a full psychiatric evaluation, ideally as soon as possible. The earlier the treatment begins, the better the prognosis. In many cases, antipsychotic medications, combined with structured psychotherapy, especially cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), can help reduce or even eliminate delusions over time. If the delusion is part of an episodic illness (like brief psychotic disorder or psychotic depression), complete recovery is possible with proper treatment. However, if it's part of a chronic condition like paranoid schizophrenia, long-term treatment is usually needed. In either case, with regular follow-up, medication adherence, and psychosocial support, the intensity and frequency of the delusion can be reduced significantly and in some people, may fully resolve.
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Support your friend without directly confronting or arguing about their beliefsâit doesnât help and can worsen trust. Instead, stay calm, validate their emotions (not necessarily their belief), and encourage them to stay in treatment. Help them keep a structured daily routine, ensure they're eating well (especially B-complex, magnesium, and omega-3-rich foods like nuts, leafy greens, and flaxseed), and minimize their stressors. Family psychoeducation and support groups can also go a long way in understanding how to be helpful without enabling or escalating symptoms. Most importantly, do not give upâmany people with persecutory delusions recover or lead stable, functional lives with the right help.
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Dr. Siddharth Rathore
Sexologist
13 yrs exp
Ujjain
Yes.
You need to consult psychiatrist for these issues.
Or else patient can harm himself or other in future.
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you can consult me on practo for further discussion
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Dr. Shailaja Bandla
Psychiatrist
19 yrs exp
Vijayawada
Hi.. Will need further history regarding the same to advise appropriately. Medicines can help. Consult online for further evaluation and management
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