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Schizophrenic mother needs counsellor
My mother has schizophrenia and since last 1.5 years, she has completely stopped medication.She has blood pressure and diabetic and now because of her relapse she has discontinued all the medicines. She's not listening to come with me to the doctors and in denial of any form of treatment. Is forcefully admitting her an option without her consent?
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Dr. Mayuri Mohanty
Psychiatrist
14 yrs exp
Thane
Yes it is an option. Also there are other options like following up with your psychiatrist and discussing covert medication and other options. Dont lose hope.
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Dr. Krithishree
Psychiatrist
14 yrs exp
Mangalore
Since she's a known case of Schizophrenia u have all d right to take her to d hospital against her will. In a crisis situation like dis, u may do it.
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