How to Help a Schizophrenic

A schizophrenic may often experience out of the ordinary or odd behavior. People who are schizophrenic may have problems thinking and expressing the correct emotions. You can help a schizophrenic get through life by simply being there and supporting them.

Instructions

• 1

  Encourage the schizophrenic person to take their medication. Medication is prescribed by a doctor and will help a schizophrenic with their actions.

• 2

  Ensure that there are people in the life of the schizophrenic. Whether it is family or friends a schizophrenic, just like any other person needs people in their life to help and support them when they feel the need to.

• 3

  Be sure the schizophrenic is getting help through therapy. Most schizophrenic people will need to get professional therapy to help talk them through their actions and why they behave the way they do. Be sure the schizophrenic is going to all of their appointments so they can get the help they need.

• 4

  Let them know that they are not alone. A schizophrenic person may feel like they are the only ones out there who feel and act the way they do. Let them know that there are others who are in the same situation as them and that there is always help out there.