Sister is paranoid her doc is drugging her

[Meltymoment]

My sister in law has been diagnosed with ADHD for 2 years. But hasn't handled the medications well.

At first she thought her doctor was giving her placebos now she thinks he is give her anti psychotic meds secretly. She has looked up ways doctors can do this pap smears robotic tablets etc.

She also thinks her ex house mates are messing with their house breaky things killing the lawn etc.

She has quit jobs and been fired for her mental health issues.

I am really worried for her.

How do I get her committed? She has a daughter at how with autism that is about to go to high school and doesn't need this on top of everything.

[Sophie_M]

Hi Meltymoment, 
 
We’re so sorry to hear about what’s going on for you and your family right now. That must be incredibly difficult. 

We know it’s not simple, but we would encourage you and her to seek support. We can imagine how concerned you would be about her daughter. We’d recommend checking out: How Parentline can help you, it has a variety of options there. We also have some helpful info here:Talking to someone you are worried about


It is so important that you look after yourself during these times and they can help you, or just be there if you want to talk. 

It is really good that you’ve been able to share this here. It might take some time for our kind community to spot your post, but we’re sure they will soon be here to offer their kind words and understanding.   


Kind regards,  

Sophie M 

[Bob_22]

Hi meltymoment,

Thank you for your post and for advocating for your sister in law. I know when I was at my worst with anxiety I would worry about people poisoning or drugging my food and drink. Covid didn't help with this either. I would also worry alot about my medication dosage and timing etc. Fortunately I noticed things were bad enough to receive additional treatment in hospital as well. 

If I were in your shoes I would probably take time to have an in depth conversation and let her know about all your concerns and how her life is being affected by different intrusive thoughts. Perhaps letting her know she is not alone would be helpful. I know with certain anxieties it is comforting knowing others have similar fears. Even have her take a look at these forums and see if she'd like to join. If you like, you can even volunteer to come to one of her appointments with her psychiatrist as a support person. She might appreciate that and it could be chance to ask her doctor some things and let them know your concerns. What do you think?

Keep us updated and let me know if you have any questions. Hope this helps. 🙂

Bob