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Hi. Had a parent with schizophrenia. All I can offer you is advice based on how far you wish to help? In the younger years they are prone to violent behaviour and can lash out. However, they are more often victims of violence. With that said, only based on what you said.

As you said breakdown, this means she is having an episode. Her audio hallucination is messing up with her mind. Trust at this point with external people is all time low. At this point, you would need to convince her thorough actions that you are going to be helpful. Do not try to convince her with words. At this point, her other voices may derail it. If she doesn't mention the voices she hears. Do not ask. Always ask confirmation type questions when with her. Such as, do you feel safe where we are. Can you confirm it is just us or if others in the room. What are her feelings right now etc.

Second, the medication for the condition. They have heavy side effects. If her breakdown is severe. She'll need them. Nothing you say will get her out of the psychosis. She won't be reasoned with and it's not something in her control. Control and confirmation of real take years to learn. This is a condition that requires patience and attention. If you help her, there's also a high chance she forms a bond to you that causes an episode down the line. I'm not saying this to scare you but it's the reality of the situation.

Feel free to pm for more. I spent a good 15 years with my parent on it. Spoken to many nurses, doctors, professionals. I still keep up with the latest research.