Psychotic disorders are mental health conditions characterized by delusions, hallucinations, and/or disorganized thinking and behavior. Common examples include schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, schizophreniform disorder, delusional disorder, and brief psychotic disorder. Additionally, psychosis can be induced by certain substances or medical conditions. Here's a more detailed look at some specific types of psychotic disorders:
Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders:
Schizophrenia: Characterized by persistent and severe symptoms, including delusions, hallucinations, disorganized thought and speech, and negative symptoms (e.g., reduced emotional expression, apathy).
Schizoaffective Disorder: Involves symptoms of both schizophrenia and a mood disorder (like depression or bipolar disorder).
Schizophreniform Disorder: Similar to schizophrenia, but the symptoms last less than six months.
Delusional Disorder: Characterized by the presence of one or more persistent delusions that are not bizarre.
Brief Psychotic Disorder: Symptoms of psychosis last less than one month, often triggered by a major stressor.
Substance/Medication-Induced Psychotic Disorder: Psychotic symptoms caused by the use of drugs, alcohol, or certain medications.
Psychotic Disorder Due to Another Medical Condition: Psychotic
symptoms caused by a physical illness or injury.
Shared Psychotic Disorder (formerly known as folie à deux): A delusion is shared between two individuals who have a close relationship.
Other Related Conditions:
Bipolar Disorder: Can involve psychotic
symptoms during manic or depressive episodes.
Severe Depression: Some individuals with
severe depression may experience psychotic symptoms.
Postpartum Psychosis: Can occur shortly after
childbirth, primarily associated with maternal bipolar disorder.
Note: The DSM-5 (Diagnostic
and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) is the standard for diagnosing
mental disorders, including psychotic disorders.
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