Understanding Psychosis
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An Introduction to Psychotic DisordersWhat is Psychosis?
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Introduction to Psychosis and Treatment Options
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The Signs & Symptoms of PsychosisThe Signs & Symptoms of Psychosis
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Delusions3 Topics
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Hallucinations1 Topic
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Reacting to Psychotic Experiences
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The Causes of PsychosisExploring the Causes of Psychosis
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Diagnosing Psychotic DisordersThe Diagnosis of Schizophrenia
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The Diagnosis of Schizoaffective Disorder5 Topics
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Treatment for PsychosisTreatment Available for Psychosis5 Topics
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What Are Antipsychotic Drugs?8 Topics
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The Side Effects of Antipsychotics12 Topics
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Neuromuscular Effects: Parkinsonism, Loss of Movement, Restlessness, and Muscle Spasms
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Sexual Side Effects: Hormonal Changes and Physical Discomfort
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Antimuscarinic or Anticholinergic Effects: Drowsiness, Dry Mouth, Blurred Vision, Constipation
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Heart Rhythm Issues: Sudden Deaths and Impact on Heart Rhythm
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Sedation - Embracing Tranquillity Amidst the Storm
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Eye Problems: Blurred Vision, Granular Deposits, Retinal Degeneration, Glaucoma
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Weight Gain and Metabolic Syndrome: Implications for Physical Health
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Agranulocytosis and Other Physical Effects: Blood Disorders, Liver Disorders
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Emotional Effects: Excitability, Aggression, Depression
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Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS): Symptoms and Treatment
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Tardive Dyskinesia (TD): Abnormal Involuntary Movements
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Tardive Psychosis: Unveiling the Shadows of the Mind
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Neuromuscular Effects: Parkinsonism, Loss of Movement, Restlessness, and Muscle Spasms
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Mental Health ServicesHospital Admission and Crisis Services
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Community Care and Advocacy for Psychosis
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Living with PsychosisOvercoming Psychotic Experiences
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How Can I Help Myself During a Psychotic Episode?
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What Can Family & Friends Do to Help?
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Challenging Stereotypes and Stigma
Hallucinations3.5mins
Each person’s experience of psychosis though unique can have shared features. The majority hear voices, but others experience non-verbal thoughts, images and visions, tastes, smells and sensations, which have no apparent cause. For example, feeling as if insects were crawling under your skin, having a sensation like an electric shock, or smelling things that other people around you can’t smell. These are called hallucinations, although many regard the term as misleading, because of the implication that the experiences are not real.
What seems to be important is how you react to these experiences. Some people take them in their stride; others feel overwhelmed by them. You may feel ashamed and afraid that you are going mad. You may not realise how common the experience is.