Posted on October 5, 2021
Q&A style article: Psycom spoke with Christine Crawford, M.D., NAMI associate medical director and an adult and child psychiatrist based in Boston. Dr. Crawford shares her expertise and valuable advice on how to interact with a loved one before, during, and after a psychotic episode. The article has a Resources for Psychosis section that includes: The National Alliance on Mental Illness psychosis web page, which has valuable information for caregivers and family members. For more information and support: to learn more about working with law enforcement during a mental health crisis; to be prepared for a mental health crisis; and to find a caregiver support group near you.
READ MORENAMI HelpLine is available M-F, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. ET. Call 800-950-6264,
text “helpline” to 62640, or chat online. In a crisis, call or text 988 (24/7).
