He did a great job and was praised for it when he looked at info regarding the symptoms he read all of it and is working on giving me an answer on what he wants to do
January 20
It's really caring that you're looking out for your friend. If you think they might be experiencing symptoms of schizophrenia, the most important step is encouraging them to talk with a healthcare provider or mental health professional, like a psychiatrist.
A trained professional can do a proper assessment and help Show Full Answer
It's really caring that you're looking out for your friend. If you think they might be experiencing symptoms of schizophrenia, the most important step is encouraging them to talk with a healthcare provider or mental health professional, like a psychiatrist.
A trained professional can do a proper assessment and help determine what's going on. They'll look at symptoms like hallucinations, delusions, unusual speech patterns, or changes in behavior and motivation.
Here are some ways you can support your friend:
* Encourage them to see a doctor or mental health professional for an evaluation
* Stay calm and supportive when talking with them
* Don't challenge or confirm things they believe that seem unusual
* Help them connect with resources like the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) or the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
* If there's any immediate safety concern, call 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline) or 911
Remember, you don't have to handle this alone. Mental health professionals are trained to help with these situations and can provide the right support and treatment options.
January 20
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