Psychotic Behaviour
- If someone is at risk of being hurt, call 000 for emergency services.
- Do not approach person if it is unsafe to do so.
- If you judge it safe, approach the person and introduce yourself, offering to help.
- Call the local Mental Health Crisis Team for their help or advice.
- Stay calm and positive.
- Remain respectful of the person.
- Do not try to manhandle him/her or force him/her to do anything in particular.
- Listen to person and do not confront them or argue with them, even if they are saying irrational things.
- Accept their reality.