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Am I In Danger If Working With Patient Diagnosed With Psychotic Depression?
I currently work for a family at their home based dental lab. Their 26 year old daughter who lives at home has recently been diagnosed with psychotic depression. The doctor prescribed he latuda but she has refused to take it. I am left alone with her frequently. She is very paranoid and delusional. Am I in danger? What should I do?
Tue, 11 Mar 2014
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It is understandable to be concerned.
It is quite possible that you may not be in any danger unless she has expressed the desire to hurt someone. If she has expressed the desire to hurt you then you need to report this to her family or doctor.
If she is not willing to take her medication, her family may need to speak to her doctor to find out more effective treatment options.
I hope this helps
It is understandable to be concerned.
It is quite possible that you may not be in any danger unless she has expressed the desire to hurt someone. If she has expressed the desire to hurt you then you need to report this to her family or doctor.
If she is not willing to take her medication, her family may need to speak to her doctor to find out more effective treatment options.
I hope this helps
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