What to do if there is mental illness in the family

If there is a mentally ill person in the family, especially in severe mental disorders, it is better to be hospitalized during the acute phase. This is because patients with severe mental disorders are often uncooperative with treatment, especially oral medication, during the acute phase. In addition, there may be a risk of self-injury, suicide, or even injury to others. Usually hospitalization is for two weeks to one month, and after the psychiatric symptoms are controlled or stabilized, the patient can return home to continue treatment. When the patient returns home, the family members may have to work hard, and they need to stay with the patient 24 hours a day to take care of the patient’s food and living, and then accompany the patient to do physical exercise or recreational activities. In addition, the patient must be supervised to take medication on time and then have regular follow-ups. If there are local community agencies that have management of mental disorders, or psychosocial rehabilitation measures, you can also participate regularly.