where do you get mental help for a loved one?

Answer 1

YOU can't, they have to seek out help for themselves. Unless they become violent, in which case you call the police and have them involuntarily committed.

Answer 2

Depends on how serious the situation is. If your loved one is saying they are going to committ suicide, take them to the ER - they will either be admitted to the psychiartic ward of the hospital or will be sent to another psychiatric facility. If it's depression or anxiety, have them see their doctor and get a referral to a Psychiatrist (who can prescribe meds) and a Psychologist (who is a counselor). Make sure that the Psychiatrist and Psychologist work together to formulate a coping and recovery plan for your loved one. Good luck and God Bless!

Answer 3

You could call a local doctor's office and ask, if you do not already have a family doctor. That would be your 1st choice - to ask your own doctor. Look in the phone book for mental health facilities in your area and call and get their advice on what to do.

Answer 4

A mentally ill person doesn't know anythings wrong unless you flat out tell them - I wouldn't suggest places for them to go, but I would point out a highly traumatic experience that they had and tell them that it's affecting their lives, you're on the outside looking in and no one else is brave enough to tell them. Go with them to your state department on mental health or to a general MD to help the person identify with their problem.

Answer 5

if you are in the uk there is a good organization called mind , they provide a great service for people with mental health issues and also help family members , your doctor should be able to put you in touch with a mental health nurse & asocial worker, all the very best x

Answer 6

well you could talk to your doctor and see if he knows anyone, or you could look in the yellow pages or online for a counseling service.... if that doesnt work or if its an emergency, you can take them the ER of a bigger hospital, they usually have a mental health floor, and once the patient is admitted, they should be seen by psychiatrist, specially trained nurses, and social workers who can help to get them on the right track... good luck

Answer 7

Tell them they need help and offer to go with them for support. Try asking your gp for adviceif the person does't want help. Unless they are an extreme risk to themselves or others then you cannot force them to get help, your gp may be able to give you tips on how to deal with them, or a number you can call for support and advice for yourself.

Answer 8

Depending on the nature of the problem
You can start with your local doctor or hospital as they will have psychotherapists that they can refer you to for help.
Some police departments can refer you to the right people also

Answer 9

they need to realise they need help.
they cannot be forced!!!!!! but if they have realised they need help. then you will need a referal from you GP to a psychiatrist.
Take care
xx

Answer 10

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