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Psychosis

Psychosis is characterized by loss of contact with reality, changes in perception, and thinking. It tends to emerge in young adulthood or in periods of high stress. Psychosis can occur during a psychotic episode, occur during schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders, or be brought on by the use of substances. 

Symptoms of psychosis may include: 
  • Confused thoughts 
  • Depressed mood 
  • Feeling like thoughts have sped up or slowed down 
  • Preoccupation with unusual ideas 
  • Believing that others can manipulate thoughts 
  • Hearing voices or having visions that no one else can see or hear 
  • Acting differently than one normally would 
  • False beliefs or delusions 
  • Anxiety 
  • Hypersomnia or insomnia 
  • Withdrawal from family and friends 
  • Disorganized thinking or speech 
  • Difficulty concentrating 

How is psychosis treated? 


The most common treatment for psychosis is the use of antipsychotic medications. However, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) can also help individuals by identifying thought patterns that trigger undesirable feelings and replace these with more helpful thoughts. 



If you or someone you know is struggling with psychosis, contact us to see how we can help.

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