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Gen Zer's moment that led to schizophrenia diagnosis: "that's how you know"
Mackenzie Salmonson, 26, told Newsweek that she speaks openly about her chronic mental health condition in hopes of breaking the stigma surrounding i…
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Unconventional Intervention: How a 'Brain Chip' Delusion Led a Woman to Mental Health Care
A young woman, who has openly shared her journey with schizophrenia online, recently recounted a unique and effective intervention that led her to receive critical help during a psychotic episode. In a video uploaded on August 4, 2025, the woman described experiencing a delusion that she had a 'brain chip.' During a telehealth consultation, a social worker, whom the woman praised for her ingenuity, engaged with the delusion directly. Instead of attempting to debunk the belief, the social worker reportedly told the woman, "If you want to meet the person that made your brain chip, you need to drive to the hospital right now and they'll be expecting you." Trusting this promise, the woman drove herself to the emergency room, where she was subsequently admitted for care. She expressed profound gratitude for the social worker's approach, acknowledging its unconventional nature but emphasizing its crucial role in her getting the necessary treatment. This incident highlights innovative strategies in mental health crisis management.
