My Partner’s Schizophrenia Scares Me. How Can I Help During Psychotic Breaks?

On ‘Life Quakes,’ hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy helps a viewer whose partner struggles with schizophrenic episodes.

Self-Care is Vital

Supporting someone with schizophrenia is draining. A partner needs their own support system (friends, family, therapist) to cope.

It’s Not Personal

Psychotic episodes bring disorganized thinking and warped reality. Your partner’s behavior during these times isn’t directed at you.

Seek Help, Know the Limits

Crisis lines and assessment teams can intervene, but resources are often limited. Don’t expect an immediate fix.


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