This is usually caused by an over-reaction to an emotional
upset or nervous stress and is likely to be heightened by the presence of
any onlookers.
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SYMPTOMS
- Temporary loss of behavioural control with dramatic shouting, screaming, crying and/or
wild beating of limba. Casualty may be rolling around on the ground and/or tearing at hair and
clothes.
- Hysterical over-breathing may follow
- Casualty may be unwilling to move or be making strange movements.
AIM
Isolate the casualty from any onlookers and gently but firmly, help him
or her to calm down to regain control.
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TREATMENT
1. Reassure the casualty, refrain from showing her any sympathy and gently
but firmly escort to a quiet place.
DO NOT physically restrain or slap her; this may make her behave more
violently
2. Stay with the casualty and keep under observation until fully recovered.
3. Advise casualty to see a doctor.
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