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My brother, 22years old, is screaming , hitting us, saying bad words, couldn't sleep, ?

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Dr. Olivia Liao answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

behavioral problems: Can be complex. Try to seek help of a psychiatrist.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/20/2013

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Get out now: Get out of this situation before you get hurt. Make a police report describing how you have been hit.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 12/30/2015

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