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My husband is acting is strangely

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Deppcandouno · 29/12/2024 21:11

My husband is acting in a very depressive manner and is reading bizarre meaning into things like adverts. He is also saying phrases that don’t make any sense like ‘we need to level up like super Mario’ and expecting that what he has said is normal. He keeps disappearing to do household jobs and is gone for an hour but has no recollection of what he has been doing. He has said he is concerned about his mental health and feels he meets the criteria to be sectioned. What do I do? Pl ease help.

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fishyrumour · 29/12/2024 21:20

Look it could be a physical issue that is causing this but it needs to be assessed by a professional.

CalicoPusscat · 29/12/2024 21:20

111 are there to help, they can assess.

It does sound like it needs to be looked into

Plastictrees · 29/12/2024 21:20

Deppcandouno · 29/12/2024 21:17

I’m scared of what will happen if I call 111

They will put him through to a nurse to do a mental health assessment over the phone. If necessary crisis team staff can come and see you both tonight.

Porkyporkchop · 29/12/2024 21:20

111 do it now. Sounds like psychosis

TiredEyesToday · 29/12/2024 21:19

He sounds like he’s in MH crisis/ psychosis. That’s an A&E job. And before anyone tells you “no it’s not” - yes it is. Particularly if he has no pre-existing diagnosis, as you have no way to access other crisis support- except by calling the police if he is a danger to himself or others- and that is NOT preferable for anyone- not him, or emergency services.

MontyNojangles · 29/12/2024 21:19

He's literally asked you for help. He thinks he meets the criteria for sectioning. Please actually help him and seek the advice of a medical professional.

OliveLeader · 29/12/2024 21:19

Call 111 or take him to A&E. He needs medical attention and it’s not something that should wait. If he does anything that makes you think he could be a danger to himself or others call 999 instead.

GeekyDiva80 · 29/12/2024 21:19

One thing that stood out for me is him feeling like he meets the criteria to be sectioned. The reason for that is a friend of mine uses this when she's stressed out and wants a break from life. She books herself in and enjoys escaping for a few weeks. Baring in mind that the clinics she goes to are almost like 5 star resorts including daily massages. This is all covered by her medical aid.

The people I know who definitely do need to be sectioned are adamant they are fine and don't need help.

The person I mentioned who gets herself sectioned always acts strange beforehand to try and prove that she is going through an episode.

Just food for thought, and I mean no offence. I myself have been hospitalized due to a breakdown.

90yomakeuproom · 29/12/2024 21:19

I agree you need to call 111 or take him into a&e

XmasSocks · 29/12/2024 21:18

Deppcandouno · 29/12/2024 21:17

I’m scared of what will happen if I call 111

Scared?

Just take him to A&E

They can rule out / in any medical / mental condition

Scutterbug · 29/12/2024 21:18

This sounds like me when I’m psychotic. He needs to see a dr tomorrow, or if things escalate call 111/999.

JMSA · 29/12/2024 21:18

Do you feel like he's presenting as a danger, either to himself or others?

Where in the country are you?

nonbinaryfinery · 29/12/2024 21:17

Deppcandouno · 29/12/2024 21:17

I’m scared of what will happen if I call 111

Would you rather he wandered off somewhere and hurt himself? Call them.

Deppcandouno · 29/12/2024 21:17

I’m scared of what will happen if I call 111

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Deppcandouno · 29/12/2024 21:16

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JMSA · 29/12/2024 21:16

Aww, that's so scary for you both.
Please keep posting if you need us, OP FlowersBrew

nonbinaryfinery · 29/12/2024 21:15

How old is your husband?

fishyrumour · 29/12/2024 21:14

I would call 111 immediately. He may be having a breakdown/psychosis (I am not a doctor).

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