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A person who might have psychosis – who is withdrawn, paranoid/suspicious, starts to have bizarre beliefs or behaviour or otherwise seems to be suddenly ‘off’ mentally should be examined by a medical professional to figure out what is going on. Here’s a link to a fact sheet for teachers on how to identify youth who might need to be assessed for psychosis.
Here are some good places to get help:
1) The person having trouble should go to their family doctor or a mental health clinic and tell them what is going on. Having a friend, supporter or relative there for support and extra information can be helpful.
2) Call the Mental Health Information Line: Phone the Distress Line Network at 310-6789 to speak to a trained volunteer specialist for support or referrals related to mental health. This is a free call and no area code is needed. This service is available 24 hours a day.
3) Call HealthLinkBC with your concerns by dialing 811 (they are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week) and can help link you or your family member with resources.
4) Contact your local branch, office or coordinator with the BC Schizophrenia Society. Click here for a full list. BCSS staff and volunteers can help you find and connect with local services, or figure out what to do for your particular situation.
Consult our list of local resources (in progress) to find out what is available in your area.
Please click on one of the links below for more information.