Hallucination
Updated: 2018-05-25
Self-care
Offer comfort and minimize stress if someone is scared by a hallucination; reassure if possible, but don't argue that a hallucination isn't real.
When to seek immediate medical care
See a doctor immediately if:
- Fever
- Seizure
- Headache
- Delusions, social withdrawal, and inappropriate use of language
When to make a doctor's appointment
Make an appointment to see a doctor if:
- Occurs repeatedly
- Recently started new medication
- Persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities once enjoyed