Diseases
psychotic disorders
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Overview
Psychotic disorders affect brain function by altering thoughts, beliefs or perceptions. People with a psychotic disorder may be convinced that someone is spying on them or following them, may hear voices or have the feeling that others are manipulating their thoughts.
Symptoms
- feeling sad or down
- confused thinking or reduced ability to concentrate
- excessive fears or worries, or extreme feelings of guilt
- extreme mood changes of highs and lows
- significant tiredness, low energy or problems sleeping
Causes
- inherited traits.
- environmental exposures before birth
- brain chemistry
Risk factors
- a history of mental illness in a blood relative
- stressful life situations
- traumatic experiences, such as military combat or assault
Diagnosis
- physical exam.
- a psychological evaluation.
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is psychotic disorders?
Psychotic disorders affect brain function by altering thoughts, beliefs or perceptions. People with a psychotic disorder may be convinced that someone is spying on them or following them, may hear voices or have the feeling that others are manipulating their thoughts.
What are the symptoms of psychotic disorders?
feeling sad or down, confused thinking or reduced ability to concentrate, excessive fears or worries, or extreme feelings of guilt, extreme mood changes of highs and lows, significant tiredness, low energy or problems sleeping
What causes psychotic disorders?
inherited traits.; environmental exposures before birth; brain chemistry
Which medicines are used for psychotic disorders?
fluphenazine
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