Hi, for last 1 mnth my husband has started talking alone and behaves as if he is talking to someone, whom we cant see. As per him, that thing(whom he talks to) can be dangerous and thus, none of the family member should go close to him or in the room, where he sits or sleeps. He doesnot eat properly nor he sleeps well. Please help, as I am completely worried about him. Regards, Swati
Hello and welcome to Chat Doctor. Thanks for your query. Your husband seems to be suffering from a psychiatric disorder, probably, paranoid schizophrenia. He seems to be having false, fixed beliefs (called delusions) and hearing non-existent voices (called hallucinations), which are characteristic symptoms of this psychiatric disorder. I would strongly advise you to take him to a psychiatrist as early as possible for a detailed psychological assessment and further treatment. The are effective medication called anti-psychotics which can control these symptoms. Also, please keep him under close observation, since these psychotic symptoms can sometimes cause a risk of harm to himself or to others. Best wishes,