This is everyday stuff from her-what should I do?
2007-05-13 22:57:57 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
When my grannie finally gets there tell her I said to get her damned a s s home NOW ! And to bring me my really good claw hammer that she keeps stealing from my backpack ! I keep telling her that cordless drills are more effective and only us men should do the hammer business,so that they don't fall down in just a few days or so. The silly old cow. She's already lost about three of my best machettes !
2007-05-14 02:01:43 · answer #1 · answered by Toffo 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no such thing as being "clinically insane". insanity is a legal term not a clinical diagnosis. I know I'm splitting hairs, but the woman is mentally ill, and it sounds like she thinks someone is coming to nail her to the wall, not you. The woman who told you not to get involved with her is being ignorant. Seeing that she is okay and gets help is no different than doing that for a neighbor who is legally diabetic...uh, I mean who is diabetic, or depressed, or has any type of illness. You don't have to be afraid of her or treat her like a leper. She may say some bizzare things that might annoy you at times, but I'm sure her suffering is greater than your annoyance. Get a sense of humor, and treat her with kindness. And as others have suggested, call social services, or in an emergency call 911 - that is if she is in harm, or if she gets agitated and violent. She may need to go into the hospital for a "tune up" on her medication(s).
2007-05-14 03:28:08 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not entirely sure what you mean by 'clinically insane' (what's the difference between 'insanity' and 'clinical insanity'?). She sounds as if she is out of touch with reality. Is she able to look after herself OK? Does she cause any real problems to anyone else? Does she seem distressed?
If she is unable to take care of herself or appears to be a potential danger to herself or anyone else or seems in a bad state emotionally, contact her GP if you know who that is, or talk to your own GP about sources of help.
If she doesn't cause anyone a problem more serious than vague annoyance and is feeding and caring for herself and is happy enough, then leave her to her own devices. Being a bit crazy isn't a crime. Just as well, really!!
2007-05-13 23:12:03 · answer #3 · answered by Ambi valent 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If she has family try to have a quiet word with them they may not realise that things are as bad as they are otherwise contact the local Social Services Department and inform them of what is happening. They will probably go and assess her and may even section her under the Mental Health Act for assessment and treatment depending on the severity of her condition. One thing is for sure you can't help her or yourself by doing nothing.
Good Luck
2007-05-14 08:12:13 · answer #4 · answered by angel.eyes5560 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your neighbor is not getting any professional help then try to encourage her to get some help.
If she is already under care then you try to do the best you can to help her. Listen to her and help her when she is in need. Keep an eye on her well being and if she feels very paranoid then make sure that she is taking her medications regularly, keeping her appointments, and so on. Talk to her to lessen her fear of somebody hurting her or helping her with the other symptoms that she has. Be a good and caring neighbor. If you take care of her then hopefully somebody will help you when you need it in future. Who knows how we'll be tomorrow and in future.
2007-05-13 23:16:23 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't argue with her -- the lady is convinced she's right --- make it interesting for both of you----------------- ask questions,politely,with a smile----eg;
"Will she have some Jaffa cake first?
"Does she drink tea--- or coffee"
" What should I wear -- to be respectable?
" Does she like milk chocolate?
Use your imagination it will make her happy to think she's not being ignored and you will receive some memorable answers.
we've over 30 years experience each in voluntary mental health work--the alternative
suggestion from my wife is "ring Social Services"
2007-05-14 00:14:19 · answer #6 · answered by JOHN Turland--------Jonty 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well eileen, does she have family? You could call the police and ask them if there is anything you should or can do...or call a mental hospital..unfortunately, unless she is a danger to herself or others, she can really just keep on hallucinating,.and that is sad, as she sounds like she needs help...If you could find out where her kids are, or husband, or if she even has any body, maybe you could see where they are coming from..but don't i repeat DON"T get involved with her it may backfire against you..
2007-05-14 01:36:49 · answer #7 · answered by MotherKittyKat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I absolutely love that joke the first time I heard it! It's even funnier the second time around!
2016-05-17 12:22:57 · answer #8 · answered by deloris 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Inform your local police if you think she could be a threat, she might be the one who is going to nail you to the wall!!!!
2007-05-13 23:19:54 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
she probably has Alzheimer's. If she lives alone, have a word with Social Services and tell them of your concern
2007-05-14 10:17:26 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋