Schizophrenia is a mental disorder characterized by persistent personality changes. Most often, this is emotional coldness, decreased social contacts, lack of initiative, irritability, sudden attacks of aggression, delirium, hallucinations and the like. A doctor prescribes treatment for such patients, but loved ones can have a big impact on the healing process.
Instruction manual
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First of all, remember that schizophrenia is a chronic disease, treatment before remission can last for many years, so be patient and do not expect instant results. With such a patient it is often very difficult, because his thinking is noticeably different from the way of thinking of other people. Therefore, do not enter into long discussions and lengthy explanations. Express your thoughts clearly and as simply as possible.
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Try not to react to sudden bouts of aggression and hostility. Negative emotions prevail in a patient with schizophrenia due to the fact that contact with the outside world is unpleasant. This is a sign of illness, not a bad attitude towards you personally. However, do not disregard attempts at assault. Clearly set the boundaries of what is allowed and do not allow them to proceed. Everyone should know and abide by the rules of conduct.
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Make sure that the patient takes medication on time and follows other doctor's recommendations. Sometimes a person with a diagnosis of schizophrenia refuses to be treated because he thinks that his family wants to poison him, or he considers himself healthy. In this case, it is allowed to dissolve the tablets in food without the knowledge of the patient.
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Be sensitive to all changes in the condition of the patient with schizophrenia. Remember that persistent remission can result in a sudden attack, especially in the autumn or spring. In this case, do not hesitate, immediately call a doctor. If necessary, it is worth treating the patient in a hospital environment, to obtain speedy results.
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Patients with schizophrenia often do not think about personal hygiene, decent appearance, daily bread, housing maintenance and other everyday details necessary for a normal life. Make a schedule for such a person and try to stick to it clearly. Accustom the patient to clean and carry out simple housework.
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A patient with schizophrenia should never be drunk even in small doses of alcohol and drugs, they increase symptoms and can negate all your efforts.