7Treatment Options for Delusions and Hallucinations
Depending on the underlying cause, there are many treatment options for hallucinations and delusions. These include:
– Cognitive behavioral therapy: This treatment may help you recognize the signs and control your body’s reactions to these sensory experiences or false beliefs
– Antipsychotic drugs: These medications may work by inhibiting the activities of a neurotransmitter in the brain called dopamine, which reduces the symptoms of hallucinations and delusions. In addition, they may make your thinking clear and help you know what is real or not.
– Rehabilitation: People with hallucinations and delusions may need rehab to function independently. They may also join some support groups to interact and communicate with other people who have similar backgrounds and experiences.[10]
