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Hi lifesavers,
my sister is having stran
Hi lifesavers,
my sister is having strange problem. She says that her mind is controlled by someone else. And she can hear a person who talks with her.
That person also sees everything through her eyes. We are really tensed what to do and whom to contact. Please an urgent request if anyone could help?
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You should consult a psychiatrist immediately. Her symptoms suggest Schizophrenia. However, detailed evaluation is necessary for proper diagnosis and treatment.
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The reported complaints are
Hearing of voices that talk with her and also being controlled by external forces that also includes her vision.
Theses are first rank symptoms of Schizophrenia and she needs immediate attention.
Before it aggravates she develops paranoia towards family members/care takers.
You need to be vigilant and keep her away from any self inflicted harm/injury.
Next Steps
Consult Psychiatrist and start with treatment.
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Do not confront her belief , avoid argumentation and seek appropriate psychopharmacological intervention.
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How old is your sister?How long she has been having these symptoms for?
Any h/o misuse of drugs or alcohol?
Any H/o seizures / epilepsy?
Any acute trauma / stressors preceding her symptoms?
Any physical health issues recently?
Any verbal or physical aggression?
Is she able to communicate with you verbally and mobile?
Is she able to keep herself safe?
Next Steps
Consult a psychiatrist online urgently
She would need some baseline tests and medications .
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Book a appointment for instant consultation through practo.
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Dr. Anitha Vasudevan
Psychiatrist
24 yrs exp
Bangalore
You need to take an immediate consultation from a Psychiatrist ,online or face to face . The doctor will suggest you next step after assessing your sister .
Earlier the better. Do not delay
The Psychiatrist will be able to treat it and bring the thought process back to reality .
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Dr. Shabir Ahmad Dar
Addiction Psychiatrist
13 yrs exp
Srinagar
She needs immediate help from a psychiatrist
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u can directly contact me on practo
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