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Gonna be ok 6 months ago

My mother in law (white, German) does something similar. She’s equally protective of her room and space. When we paid attention, we realised she talks to her late husband, as if he’s still alive and living together with h ...
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My mother in law (white, German) does something similar. She’s equally protective of her room and space. When we paid attention, we realised she talks to her late husband, as if he’s still alive and living together with her. Seems to comfort her so we let her be. Sometimes we ask about her ‘conversations’ in a kind way and try to cheer her up, bringing up nice old memories and that seems to make her happy. Try to be supportive and kind, some people take longer to heal after losing a loved one. Get a psychiatrist to check her and show her some love, she needs that not neglect or fear. Check also for Alzheimers maybe? Goodluck and stay strong.
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Umar 6 months ago

So far you are the only one who has given a great and wonderful answer.
70 pulse years old, one should know at such age, one is most likely to behave strangely. This has nothing to do with witchcraft or any spirituality.

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So far you are the only one who has given a great and wonderful answer.
70 pulse years old, one should know at such age, one is most likely to behave strangely. This has nothing to do with witchcraft or any spirituality.

Find her a medical expert and everything will be ok.
The Spear 6 months ago

I don't know why he said "conversations" instead of saying she behaves as if she talks to someone. She's having a mental breakdown, or something worse, but definitely not witchery.

I don't know why he said "conversations" instead of saying she behaves as if she talks to someone. She's having a mental breakdown, or something worse, but definitely not witchery.
Nana 6 months ago

First OF ALL LET HER GO BACK TO HER HOUSE NOW GET SOMEONE TO TAKE CARE OF HER BEFORE IT TOO LATE. OR TEY AND GET SOME FAMILY MEMBERS TO COME AND STAY WITH HER IN HIS HOUSE. IF YOU DONT TAKE CARE YOUR MARRIAGE WILL COLLAPSE BE ...
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First OF ALL LET HER GO BACK TO HER HOUSE NOW GET SOMEONE TO TAKE CARE OF HER BEFORE IT TOO LATE. OR TEY AND GET SOME FAMILY MEMBERS TO COME AND STAY WITH HER IN HIS HOUSE. IF YOU DONT TAKE CARE YOUR MARRIAGE WILL COLLAPSE BECAUSE OF YOUR MOTHER
Dr Azusong 6 months ago

It is so sad that this happening to your mum. I can say on authority that your mum is not a witch. She is mentally unwell. It could be a lot of things in terms of diagnosis and I wouldn't want to start postulated now.

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It is so sad that this happening to your mum. I can say on authority that your mum is not a witch. She is mentally unwell. It could be a lot of things in terms of diagnosis and I wouldn't want to start postulated now.

Please take her to a psychiatric hospital which ever is near you. Accra Psychiatric, Pantang, or Korlebu or a private hospital that has a psychiatric unit.
Sam 6 months ago

Pray hard to ALMIGHTY GOD! and HE will help you out

Pray hard to ALMIGHTY GOD! and HE will help you out
Esther 6 months ago

This is just a psychiatric condition. Take her to korle bu. The place is called the melody. Competent professionals are ready to help you. She has gone through a lot. She pushed a lot of stuff into her subconscious mind and n ...
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This is just a psychiatric condition. Take her to korle bu. The place is called the melody. Competent professionals are ready to help you. She has gone through a lot. She pushed a lot of stuff into her subconscious mind and now they are surfacing. Please don't abandon her. Infact your entire household need to see a psychologist. Even Gambaga witches camp no longer exist. In spite of everything you need to pray. He is a capable God.
Candyman 6 months ago

Your mother needs to see a psychiatrist ASAP. What you describe sounds like she experiences nocturnal psychosis. As a mental health provider in the US, I can guarantee you that this happens to more people than we can imagine. ...
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Your mother needs to see a psychiatrist ASAP. What you describe sounds like she experiences nocturnal psychosis. As a mental health provider in the US, I can guarantee you that this happens to more people than we can imagine. Please get your mother some professional help, and forget about her being a "witch." Failure to get her help could eventually make her a danger to herself or others because of her loss of touch with reality (psychosis) and fixed beliefs (delusions). Good luck!
Oga 6 months ago

She is NOT a witch. She needs medical help. A note of caution pls: while prayers is important, avoid bringing in fake pastors who will come in with their fake prophesies and ostracize you from the old, innocent woman. God wil ...
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She is NOT a witch. She needs medical help. A note of caution pls: while prayers is important, avoid bringing in fake pastors who will come in with their fake prophesies and ostracize you from the old, innocent woman. God will see you through

Take her back to the house you bought for her. Then look for a nanny and a nurse to take care of her. You can be visiting her twice in a week. Tell her Pastor so the church can be paying her visit as well. 6 months ago

Take her back to the house you bought for her. Then look for a nanny and a nurse to take care of her. Tell her pastor so they visit her too.

Take her back to the house you bought for her. Then look for a nanny and a nurse to take care of her. Tell her pastor so they visit her too.
Kwame 6 months ago

Bringing your mother to your beautiful and nice house does not stop the issue of her loneliness.
At that age a woman still needs a male of female friend to speak to.
Get a relative to live with her or even sleep in the sa ...
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Bringing your mother to your beautiful and nice house does not stop the issue of her loneliness.
At that age a woman still needs a male of female friend to speak to.
Get a relative to live with her or even sleep in the same room with her.
Kwadwo George 6 months ago

Ah Kwame !!!
You want a grown man to sleep in the same room with his grown mother ???

Ah Kwame !!!
You want a grown man to sleep in the same room with his grown mother ???
Osman Sulley , AUSTRALIA 6 months ago

Ah Kwame paaa!!
If you don't have anything to say , don't say anything at all...

Ah Kwame paaa!!
If you don't have anything to say , don't say anything at all...
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Ebi 6 months ago

Is wife not a witch herself nonsense and I have a friend who's use to talk in the dream anytime he ears late since from childhood and now he's 60 years so what is strange about this?

Is wife not a witch herself nonsense and I have a friend who's use to talk in the dream anytime he ears late since from childhood and now he's 60 years so what is strange about this?
A bottle of Banku 6 months ago

She is speaking with the spirits of her days. Allow the old woman to communicate with the realms. The older you get, the more open you get to the cosmic beings. Her spirit is open to the meta-physical world. Allow her to enjo ...
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She is speaking with the spirits of her days. Allow the old woman to communicate with the realms. The older you get, the more open you get to the cosmic beings. Her spirit is open to the meta-physical world. Allow her to enjoy. She is no witch.
NDC NPP SAME DEVIL 6 months ago

Are you a small boy. Old people can talk to dead relatives as if they are right there with them. She will soon leave that legacy for you. Sit there without seeking the help of genuine prophets to help u. You rich people don't ...
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Are you a small boy. Old people can talk to dead relatives as if they are right there with them. She will soon leave that legacy for you. Sit there without seeking the help of genuine prophets to help u. You rich people don't believe in prophets.
Pol 6 months ago

Alzheimers disease or dementia! These are common illnesses that afflict people in old age. It can be treated and managed with the right medical assistance. Pastors, nannies and house helps have no understanding or experience ...
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Alzheimers disease or dementia! These are common illnesses that afflict people in old age. It can be treated and managed with the right medical assistance. Pastors, nannies and house helps have no understanding or experience dealing with these complex illnesses, she needs professional medical help. That's the best gift you can give her. It will also make her very forgetful and defensive. It's part of old age.
Ziggi 6 months ago

Boss, your mum has or developing Dementia…

Boss, your mum has or developing Dementia…

Adom Grace 6 months ago

Please don't àboundan her. Seek mental health support. Wish you well.

Please don't àboundan her. Seek mental health support. Wish you well.
Krah Kwame 6 months ago

She's suffering from Alzheimer's or dementia not witchcraft. Please, take her to a very good hospital for medical treatment, please.

She's suffering from Alzheimer's or dementia not witchcraft. Please, take her to a very good hospital for medical treatment, please.
Kwame 6 months ago

Having a partner can solve this problem. She needs someone by her side in whom she will confide in, love and play with.
One of the problems in our society is that some people prevent their parents who are over 60 from having ...
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Having a partner can solve this problem. She needs someone by her side in whom she will confide in, love and play with.
One of the problems in our society is that some people prevent their parents who are over 60 from having intimate friends.
It is not proper for such people to prevent their old parents and relatives not to have any sexual contact with the opposite sex.
I know a little bit about psychology and there are times one can see the needs of grownup people.
They are human beings who need to enjoy their life and satisfy their biological needs.
Char 6 months ago

Dear sir, Your mother's behavior is not strange and you should not be afraid of her. She probably has unexplained lesions on her brain due to disturbed sleep patterns, stress or medications that she might be taking. Please in ...
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Dear sir, Your mother's behavior is not strange and you should not be afraid of her. She probably has unexplained lesions on her brain due to disturbed sleep patterns, stress or medications that she might be taking. Please include her in family things and explain it to your children not to be afraid of her. She may be going through a lot so her brain doesn't shut off when it's time for her to rest. Assure the children that what is happening to your mother is harmless and please don't resort to supernatural thinking. She is perfectly alright. I commend you for bring her to live with you. you are a good son. God bless you
Ghinstigator 6 months ago

Another Nigerian movie nonsense. Mtcheeewww

Another Nigerian movie nonsense. Mtcheeewww

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