Article: Family therapy can help you and your family cope with delusional disorder. Therapy can help the family understand the delusions you encounter. Then, your family will be better equipped to contribute to a more positive outcome for you. This can include taking safety measures, finding ways to gently challenge beliefs, or helping you contribute to society. Find a therapist who works with families of people with delusional disorder. Some people with delusional disorder may struggle with depression or anxiety, or may have other mental health challenges. People with delusions often experience depression, since delusions can make day-to-day functioning and social relationships challenging. Address these issues through therapy and possibly medication. Some people with delusional disorder may resist medication as part of the delusions.Therapists offer medication to help you with your symptoms. The medication is used to help benefit you. Ask questions if you feel hesitant to begin medication. If you trust your therapist, trust that he or she has your best interests in mind and wants your life to improve. Medications are often used to treat delusional disorder. Delusional disorder is often treated with antipsychotics, also called neuroleptics. It appears that antipsychotics are generally effective for many people with delusional disorder, regardless of what antipsychotic medication is used. Other medications used to treat delusional disorder include atypical antipsychotics, antianxiety medications, and antidepressant medications. Antianxiety medications may be used if the delusions cause distress and anxiety, or if the person has difficulty sleeping. Antidepressants may be used with people who struggle with depression, which is common in those with delusional disorder. See a psychiatrist to obtain proper medication and to monitor use.

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Attend family therapy. Treat co-occurring disorders. Be willing to try medication. Use medication.