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Dr. Vipul Tyagi PsychiatristHow To Support a Loved One With Serious Mental Illness

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Educate yourself about the illnessTo educate yourself about the illness that your dear ones are suffering from is the foundation of support. Not knowing how the illness functions can create misconceptions and prevent families from giving their loved ones effective help.

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Seek out resourcesHow you can help your loved ones is by turning to reputable publications to gain knowledge about the illness. You can also learn about psychological disorders through web.

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Have realistic expectationsIts important to have realistic expectations to encourage your loved one as it can impact your loved ones recovery.You ought to have lower expectations and encourage a loved one to set a slower pace since added stressors can exacerbate symptoms.

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Reach out for supportStigma can prevent families from seeking support. But its through support of support groups or of family that you can gain more strength and valuable knowledge.

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Work closely with your loved ones treatment teamFirst ask to speak to your loved ones social worker and the psychiatrist, if possible.Ask how you can help your loved one, and find out whats a reasonable expectation for recovery.

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Thank You Contact usShree Narayan Hospital Plot no. 889, Niti Khand-1Indirapuram, GhaziabadUttar Pradesh-201014

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