How To Manage Capgras Syndrome

Treat Underlying Conditions

Since there may be other conditions causing Capgras syndrome, underlying conditions must be treated. If the patient is suffering from Alzheimer's disease or schizophrenia, it is important to address these illnesses and work to relieve their symptoms. The patient will probably need medication to manage the underlying condition. Patients with schizophrenia should be treated with antipsychotics and then reevaluated for Capgras syndrome. Patients with Alzheimer's disease may need to be treated with cholinesterase inhibitors and then get another evaluation. It is possible getting the underlying treatment under control will result in a positive impact on Capgras syndrome. Furthermore, if the syndrome is being caused by brain lesions or head trauma, surgery might be needed. So, treating the underlying conditions in conjunction with therapy can help the patient understand their condition and give them tools to alleviate some symptoms.

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