Someone I know has begun acting very strange. He went to a therapist and actaully demanded that the therapist videotape the session because he thought that the man was going to steal his idea for an invention. Recently, we spent several days with him and his behavior was bizarre. Severe mood swings, odd statements and repetitve movements in his face and body. We think he may be on drugs. What do you think?
2007-07-31 22:35:47 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
He just started taking an antidepressant.
2007-07-31 22:48:14 · update #1
If you are worried about drug use, keep an eye on this person the best you can. If it is drugs, they need a fix sometime during the day. Sweating, complaining of body aches, slow movements, being paranoid, upset stomach and a lot of bathroom breaks could be a sign of withdrawl. If you notice that this persons money is being spent a lot and there is nothing to show for what he/she is buying, that could be a sign of drugs. Like someone else said in there answer, there might be something wrong mentally with them. I am an ex drug addict so if you have any more information let me know and I will try to help you out the best I can with my prediction. I hope everything turns out ok and there isn't anything to harmful going on with this person.
2007-07-31 22:48:58 · answer #1 · answered by John W 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋
I would say this guy could either be in a psychotic manic episode or a psychotic schizophrenic episode. My dad suffered from unipolar mania, and I remember when he was in an episode he'd say he was organizing a rock concert or writing a musical or something involving megalomaniacal creativity.
When you say this guy's started taking an anti-depressant it could either be that it's some form of anti-depressant induced psychosis/mania, or that he has undiagnosed bipolar and the antidepressant triggered an episode. Either way I'd recommend that you look out for this guy and make sure he doesn't do anything dangerous to himself or others.
2007-08-01 06:45:52 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Just a note to PEAS...what on earth makes you think that if he is not a teen then it is not schizophrenia??????
Schizophrenia is a mental illness that affects people of all ages, in fact, it is much more common in adults than it is ion children & teens.
This isn't some stupid question about fashion or acne so unless you have a clue how about you do some RESEARCH before offering up an answer that could get someone hurt?
2007-08-01 05:53:06 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Hi That sounds very much like when I am having a full blown manic episode, he needs to go to the hospital. But be very careful I know he will insist there is nothing wrong but he does need help. take care good luck
2007-08-01 05:45:13 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 0⤋
Well it come B cocaine that will do all those things specially the face thing(twitching) or (sniffing). He could also b suffering from some kind of paranoia. If he's older then his teens its NOT schizophrenia. what do u mean by odd statement and movements. OCD, or did he start or stop sum kinda medication.
2007-08-01 05:45:51 · answer #5 · answered by Peas 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
He sounds schizophrenic. One of the most common signs is paranoia. When a schizophrenic person starts to develop an episode, it begins as paranoia, most often. Maybe voices, or an instinct they can't deny. Often they will begin to start saying odd things in response to their own skewed view of the way the world works for them. On a personal level, there's really nothing you can do for him, except try and help him get help.
2007-08-01 05:40:10 · answer #6 · answered by mina_lumina 4 · 3⤊ 2⤋
my daughter was addicted to cocaine and this sounds a lot like her behaviour. check out web sites for addiction symptons. The sad part is they actually believe they are acting normally. It is next to impossible to help an addict unless they ask for help and they are experts at lying to the point where you actually start to believe them. he may have a psychological problem which requires treatment as well. either way, this person needs help.
2007-08-01 06:07:03 · answer #7 · answered by Donna 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It could be drugs, but to me, it sounds like some sort of schizoid disorder. I'd have to know more about it, though, of course. He should definitely keep seeing the therapist, though. It can't hurt.
2007-08-01 05:41:36 · answer #8 · answered by Molten Orange 5 · 3⤊ 1⤋
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sounds like some thing similar to obsessive compulsive disorder
i notice you said "some one you know " not friend so are you looking for confirmation that you are a good and right person and better than this some one you know?
you have much to learn from this person.
if he/she becomes up set trying to explain or discuss any thing with you say "i accept how you feel about this" and observe how they calm down.
this "some one you know" is a better person than you will ever be that has been used badly.
sadly sleepers like you are short on understanding and acceptance
2007-08-01 06:23:33 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
maybe a bad reaction to the meds?...I can't help but feel he is being smart about the invention though...not to be paranoid, but you really have to be careful,...especially if it is a good one
2007-08-01 07:01:11 · answer #10 · answered by MotherKittyKat 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋