Question

A 21-year-old man presents with a 3-month history of auditory hallucinations, paranoid delusions and social withdrawal. He is at risk of self-neglect but not immediately suicidal. What is the most appropriate management?

Accepted Answer

Urgent referral to early intervention in psychosis services

Answer

Start an SSRI only and review in 6 months

Answer

Discharge with reassurance

Answer

Prescribe a Benzodiazepine only

Answer

Arrange routine outpatient psychiatry review in 6 months

Practice question

A 21-year-old man presents with a 3-month history of auditory hallucinations, paranoid delusions and social withdrawal. He is at risk of self-neglect but not immediately suicidal. What is the most appropriate management?