How To Manage Capgras Syndrome

Rely On Sound For Announcing Presence

Because patients with Capgras syndrome often find it difficult to communicate visually with others without thinking they are an intruder, individuals, medical professionals and loved ones alike, might want to try to rely on sound for announcing their presence to someone dealing with Capgras syndrome. By allowing the patient to develop a positive relationship with a voice without seeing the person, it may help serve as a transition into actually seeing them. It may make it easier to make the patient understand the person is not an imposter and establish trust with them. A few ways of doing this include communicating through the telephone, knocking or calling out before entering their line of vision, or sitting out of sight while having a conversation. But, as with other techniques, caregivers need to make sure they understand what being seen as an imposter may mean. It could mean the patient gets angry and even violent. Thus, precautions should be taken, and boundaries established, so it can be a healthy environment for all involved.

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