I want to end Schizophrenia. I feel alone and lonely, and I have to hallucinate all the time. I want to end the auditory hallucinations. I have no friends, I have nothing. I worry about death.
How do you get rid of Auditory Hallucinations?
2006-12-28 06:56:45 · 11 answers · asked by D.J 5 in Health ➔ Mental Health
There is no way to get rid of them on your own. you need to seek a doctor IMMEDIATELY. especially if you feel like you are alone and might hurt yourself the doctors can put you on medicines which could get rid of or reduce the occurrence of the hallucinations. please check the link provided
2006-12-28 07:03:41 · answer #1 · answered by snobunnie2004 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have been labeled schizophrenic for over 40 years. I say labeled because the name used for the disease is scientifically meaning less and there is a better description for it. A group of British psychiatrist formed "The Comittee for the Abolition of the Schizophrenic Label, CASL, this year. Some of them propose using the more scientifically meaning ful designation Dopamine Dysfunction Disorder, DDD. The label "schizophrenia" mostly serves to "cancel the life of the person to which it is affixed".
Since this designation implies it is a physical disorder you probably will never be completely free of it. But I have not had hallucinations or any other symptoms for over 10 years. I am on risperidone though and I know meds help relieve the symptoms. But it also seems that the hallucinations gradually decrease in intensity and frequency as time goes on.
I first had audio hallucinations that were so loud they forced me to my knees and have had poltergeist type visual hallucinations back then. These abated and I was able to work in my proffesion for 15 years (all the time being on neuroleptic meds). I know you can live a pretty normal life if you avoid being long time institutionalized.
My advice is stay on the meds but don't start feeling they mean you are an invalid. Carry on as if the hallucinations are just so much noise to be ignored. Get out among people and don't tell them you are schizophrenic but have controlable DDD if they ask. Acquire the attitude, by studying the disease, that you are its master and it is not going to ruin and run your life. Get in a support group or a therapy group and participate. Accentuate the positive and deemphasize the negative and things will improve. Good luck and God bless.
2006-12-28 08:02:22 · answer #2 · answered by Mad Mac 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Mailjunki, having multiple personalities is NOT Schizophrenia. I would highly recommend researching the topic at hand rather than throwing Hollywood-movie answers at a seemingly serious question. Dissociative Disorder (formerly called Multiple Personality Disorder) is very different from Schizophrenia. DID and Schizophrenia are sadly, still commonly confused.
To answer the question, I would say it is vital to visit a health professional. Your auditory hallucinations may worsen and later on become visual hallucinations. The sooner you visit a health professional, the higher your chances of getting better.
Do not self medicate-- stay away from drugs and alcohol, they may work as a temporary band-aid, but in the long run they will harm you. Your anxiety about death and loneliness can be treated. If you can, try to eat dietary supplements high in Omega-3 fatty acids. Certain foods such such as flax seeds, walnuts, canola oil, etc. contain these fatty acids. There's been some research that suggests the Omega-3 fatty acids help to alleviate some symptoms of Schizophrenia. Glycine has also been found to alleviate some negative symptoms of Schizophrenia, with fairly promising Scientific evidence. Visit the second link below to see other possible treatments. These suggestions, however, should be taken into consideration after visiting a health professional.
2006-12-28 07:25:47 · answer #3 · answered by Autumn 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you can't "get rid of schizophrenia"...you just have to find some medication that can make your auditory hallucinations calm down. I knew a girl that finally was able to get her 13 people to stop fighting with her.....she said that after being on the medication for 2 weeks has made them hush down...thought they still talk to her but not to the point where she was cursing at them and them waking her up at night.
Seek help....
2006-12-28 07:00:34 · answer #4 · answered by mailjunkie123 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
I know this isn't a nice thing to say but it is the truth, I stumbled across this question and I happen to have experience in this field. Most Schizophrenics end up committing suicide because they don't get help. Do you take hard drugs first of all? If so, stop and see how that helps. Or if your not on drugs and have these problems, try a small dose of marijuana to relax the mind. Im serious.
2006-12-28 07:10:53 · answer #5 · answered by yhrw6itejrs4444444 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
My aunt has Schizo and I know its a lonely world. Find out if there are any support groups in your area, for persons which similar illnesses.
2006-12-28 07:04:53 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Work with your doctor to find a useful medication or group of medications. It will never go away completely but it is usually controllable.
2006-12-28 06:59:31 · answer #7 · answered by rockhoundguide 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh, sweetie, are you taking your meds?? I'm afraid that's the only way. I know the side effects are bad, but it will definitely help.
2006-12-28 06:59:22 · answer #8 · answered by Becca 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the only thing to do is take your meds and be around people who love you..
my brother had schizo...
2006-12-28 07:01:12 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
ASK YOUR DOCTOR
SOUNDS LIKE YOU'RE OFF YOUR MEDS
2006-12-28 07:10:56 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋