TreatmentsDelusional
disorder is most commonly treated through psychotherapy which is a type of
counselling and medication. The disorder can be very difficult to treat because
individuals who suffer from the disorder often have poor eye sight and/or don’t
believe that they suffer from the disorder. The type of psychotherapies that
can help treat delusional disorder are:
· Individual psychotherapy this helps the person suffering to realise the actual situation which their perception of has become distorted. · Cognitive-behavioural therapy this can help the person change their thought process which may lead to troublesome feelings and/or delusions · Family therapy this can help with families dealing with a loved one with the disorder, which helps the family members contribute to a better result for the individual suffering. Anti-psychotic medication is also used when attempting to treat people suffering from delusional disorder. |
Getting supportBecause
delusional disorder is quite rare there isn’t specific organisations dedicated to the disorder where
people suffering can receive support, unlike more common mental illnesses or
mental health issues such as depression or anxiety which has organisations such as Beyond Blue which is mainly focused on the two mental health issues mentioned. However individuals who are suffering from delusional disorder can seek support from organisations who
assist and counsel people suffering from mental health issues which include Mental Illness Fellowship of Australia inc. and
Grow (Links Below). These organisations help people
with mental illnesses overcome and/or recover from mental illness.
http://www.mifa.org.au/ http://www.grow.org.au/grow-program/ |