When someone with schizophrenia has hallucinations or delusions, they believe they're real. It doesn’t help to tell them they’re not. Instead, tell them that you each see things in your own way. Be respectful, kind, and supportive. Call a doctor if needed. If they're acting out hallucinations, stay calm and call 911. While you wait for paramedics, don’t argue, shout, criticize, threaten, block the doorway, touch them, or stand over them. Also, avoid direct eye contact.