Tips from ODSW February 2016: Caregiver's Guide to Psychosis | Page 3

CONTENTS

Preventing relapses

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i. What is a relapse?
ii. Early warning signs of relapse.
iii. Concerns regarding relapse.

Coping with psychotic conditions

22

i. When a patient experiences hallucinations and
delusions..
ii. When a patient lacks motivation…

Looking after yourself

24

i. Self-guilt and acceptance.

Practical tips for self-care

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i. How to cope?
ii. When to seek help?

Responding to crisis

28

i. What is a crisis?
ii. What should I do if a crisis happens?

Important contacts

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