I am glad you have posted here, and to read that your Mum is willing to help you reach out for help through your Dr. To be honest, that is the best thing to do - especially as what you are describing sounds like it is very distressing for you.
What you are describing are known as symptoms of psychosis - Seeing, hearing or believing things that others do not see or believe. Psychosis can make up a part of schizophrenia, but it can also make up a part of other mental health illnesses, such as Bi-polar, depression and psychosis disorder. It can also on occasion be a reaction to certain medications, such as anti-biotics. Having these symptoms does not mean you immediatly have scizophrenia.
What is important here, is that it is distressing you and that you are reaching out for the help you need. The best thing you can do is describe how you are feeling and coping in day to day life to your Dr, who may then advise that you speak to a Psychiatrist. Only they can diagnose you, as diagnosis can be a slow process.
In the mean time, it may be that they can recommend some treatment, medicine or therapy which could help you to feel less distressed in your day to day life.
Roiben x
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