My daughter is suffering from schizophrenia. She is 25 years old. Is is curable. When she takes medicines her behaviour is about normal and when not her normal behaviour changes. Suggest way to treat the problem.

Ans: Dear Verma,
I assume that she has been clinically diagnosed as having schizophrenia. And if yes, it entails a lot of lifestyle changes for the family member/s. I have seen close family friends go through a lot of adjustments when one of their own has been clinically diagnosed. Here is a list that might help you get a grip of the situation:
1. Educate yourself completely on the condition, so you approach the situation not out of worry but with care and caution. You can safely rely on books available on this rather than search the Internet
2. Sit the family down (includes your parents and her parents and siblings if any). Appraise them of the diagnosis, educating them on what you already know
3. Bringing yourself to the understanding that life maybe a bit different in your home in terms of managing your spouse, but with the right care and love, this isn't impossible
4. Talk to your children separately and tell them that no matter what, they are always loved by you and their Mother
5. Involve the families not to come and mope around cursing their luck, but to be of help and support to you and the children
6. Make sure that the medications prescribed by the doctor are been regularly taken by your wife
7. Accept the fact that you may not always be able to take her into social events and gatherings. There is nothing to be ashamed of.
If anyone asks you, just tell them. Own the truth, it will shut many mouths. After all, you are her biggest support.
Lastly and most importantly, take care of yourself as well. Most often caregivers forget that they exist. Create a strong circle of friends and meet up as often as you can. Develop a new hobby that can help de-stress and calm you to deal with what's at hand.

It may seem like a lot, but I am sure it will give you a start point to taking charge rather than staying muddled.

Best wishes!

Ans: Paranoia is anxiety about future with a held up fear of past.
Dance with rhythms, getting connected to earth through being in phtsical work like gardening and most of all serving the needy will bring in a sense of wellness which allay the fear

Ans: Dear Anonymous,
Were the medicines stopped by the doctor who prescribed them? If yes, go back to the doctor as things have not cleared out as yet for the medicines to be stopped.
If it was stopped based on self-diagnosis, it can be dangerous...Please do not stop or start any medication based on internet knowledge. Kindly take her to a doctor who will prescribe the right medicine in the right dosage; he/she will also guide the family members on how to manage when your sister refuses to take her medicines.
This requires immediate attention; kindly go and see a Doctor who can make a proper diagnosis if not done as yet.

All the best!
Anu Krishna
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Ans: Dear Anonymous,
Doctors surely know best but when you have conflicting opinions, it can be very confusing.
Forgetfulness can sometimes also be a sign of overwork, emotionally strung situations, chronic stress over some issue, hormonal changes...
Start with a clean slate...Go through references while choosing a doctor OR you can check with your regular/family doctor who may first run a series of simple tests to rule out simple causes and then if necessary refer your wife to another expert. Every problem always has a solution; it's about taking it one step at a time...

All the best!
Anu Krishna
Mind Coach|NLP Trainer|Author
Drop in: www.unfear.io
Reach me: Facebook: anukrish07/ AND LinkedIn: anukrishna-joyofserving/