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What Are The Symptoms And Treatment For Bipolar Disorder And Schizophrenia?

Question : Sir,i got 20 years old son studying in university, having problem since last more than 3 years. Having symptoms of bipolar and schizophrenia. Sleeping irregularly. irritated for small things. getting anger on criticism,spending continuously toilet & bathroom 3 to 4 hours.He is not associate with society and having no friends.always like to remain alone.Always trying to avoid the social gathering. Almost very slow in all activities like taking long time to wash the hand even eating the food lunch and dinner.He is having very abnormal life style.Always looking confused in all activities. and always avoiding to visit doctor for check up. please advise me urgently. Thanks.
Mon, 13 Jul 2015
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hello user, i understand your concern. the symptoms that you have told indicate about abnormal behaviour but detailed evaluation is needed before putting a diagnosis ahead - as you mentioned that he is having symptoms of bipolar and schizophrenia ( however it needs detailed evaluation by professional ,as symptoms lists can be deceptive and overlapping . one more thing that taking bath for long , slowness in activities can also be part of obsessive compulsive disorder . all and all now a formal diagnostic evaluation is needed by a psychiatrist and you have to pursue your son for that - you can take help of any of his batchmate or relative like cousins , whoever is close to him - tell him that you are suggesting for his own good and that doctors can help . if he still refuses and persist to have abnormal behaviour you can take help of local mental health authorities , who will decide his suitability for involuntary admission and treatment as per the local law. take care
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What Are The Symptoms And Treatment For Bipolar Disorder And Schizophrenia?

hello user, i understand your concern. the symptoms that you have told indicate about abnormal behaviour but detailed evaluation is needed before putting a diagnosis ahead - as you mentioned that he is having symptoms of bipolar and schizophrenia ( however it needs detailed evaluation by professional ,as symptoms lists can be deceptive and overlapping . one more thing that taking bath for long , slowness in activities can also be part of obsessive compulsive disorder . all and all now a formal diagnostic evaluation is needed by a psychiatrist and you have to pursue your son for that - you can take help of any of his batchmate or relative like cousins , whoever is close to him - tell him that you are suggesting for his own good and that doctors can help . if he still refuses and persist to have abnormal behaviour you can take help of local mental health authorities , who will decide his suitability for involuntary admission and treatment as per the local law. take care