Hi there, how are you? I hope everyone is doing well. I was wondering if there is anyone else, with hearing voices in there head. How do you deal with it. And what do you do, with the anxiety that builds up with it. And how do you communicate with others, while it's happening.
Welcome to the forums. I'm doing okay thanks. I've had a rough couple days to due to some personal relationships but moving through it at the moment. Hearing voices that aren't there is quite common. It is sometimes a sign of psychosis. I have found some information about psychosis on the Victorian gov website. You can't cope with psychosis on your own and will need treatment by a psychiatrist. I recommend approaching your GP and letting them know what's happening.
Hi bob, how are you? Thanks for your reply. I actually live in NSW. So in that case I don't know what to do. I'm just frightened, because of some very good reasons. Which I can't discuss here. Actually I think, yes I do need a treatment. But just very scared of few things. As I am a very compliance person, but don't know how will be treated in mental health ward. Which is very worrisome for me. As I have seen online that people have recovered from this kind of situation. But in my case there are some other things count too.
Thanks for the update and for expressing your concerns. The link I sent is just for a Victorian website but the information on it is useful for anyone anywhere experiencing pyschosis. I would suggest you read the section on delusions and psychosis as well as treatment. There is also a resource called SANE that has a hotline. Please have a look at this page, it goes through a summary as well as tips you can use for self care with psychosis: https://www.sane.org/information-and-resources/facts-and-guides/psychosis
I understand why you might be scared about seeking help. But having professional help does not necessarily mean you will be hospitalised and in fact this is usually for very acute cases. Usually you will be referred to a doctor and psychologist. They will gauge the severity of symptoms and work with you to find appropriate treatment including therapy and medication. You will not be hospitalised against your will unless you are at risk to yourself or others.
