The most important way to deal with agitation is to find and
treat the cause. Agitation may lead to an increased risk of
suicide and other forms of violence. After treating the cause,
the following measures can reduce agitation: A calm environment
Enough lighting during the day and darkness at night Medications
such as benzodiazepines, and in some cases, antipsychotics
Plenty of sleep Don't physically hold back an agitated person,
if possible. This usually makes the problem worse. Only use
restraints if the person is at risk of harming themselves or
others, and there is no other way to control the behavior. Call
your health care provider if Contact your health care provider
for agitation that: Lasts a long time Is very severe Occurs with
thoughts or actions of hurting oneself or others Occurs with
other, unexplained symptoms What to expect at your health care
provider's office Your health care provider will take a medical
history and do a physical examination. To help better understand
your agitation, your he