How do you convince a psychotic person to get help?

When supporting someone experiencing psychosis you should:

1. talk clearly and use short sentences, in a calm and non-threatening voice.
2. be empathetic with how the person feels about their beliefs and experiences.
3. validate the person’s own experience of frustration or distress, as well as the positives of their experience.

How do you love someone with psychosis?

Your loved one may become scared or angry, so do your best to offer comfort. Try to calmly redirect conversations related to delusions or divert their attention away from hallucinations. Above all, offer respect and love, and encourage them to seek help from a trusted therapist or medical provider.

What should I do if my loved one is having delusions?

One of the worst things you can do if you think a loved one is having delusions is to ignore it. You should reach out to your loved one while also considering how to contact his therapist (if he has one) or local mental health services for advice on treating delusional disorders.

Can a person with delusional disorder be hospitalized?

Unfortunately, people with delusional disorder can have dangerous ideas and might not consent to hospitalization. They may be paranoid and agitated; they may have thoughts of harming themselves or others; or they may be driven to do things that are illegal, like stalking. If you have a safety concern — for your loved one or others — call for help.

How do you convince a delusional sibling to go to treatment?

But do not directly tell them they are wrong or delusional, as it will make them resist working with you. It’s likely you will need help convincing your sibling to go to treatment. Ask other family members for help, or anyone else your sibling knows and trusts.

Why are delusions so hard to treat?

People who suffer from delusional disorder have fixed, unshakable beliefs in things that aren’t real — like being convinced that aliens are watching them or that they are close friends with celebrities. [1] Unfortunately, delusions are hard to treat because the beliefs are so fixed.