What Is Psychosis?
Psychosis is a dream breaking through during waking hours
— Philip K Dick
Psychosis is a severe mental disorder wherein people have hallucinations and delusions. Their thoughts and feelings are impaired. As such these people lose contact with reality.
Understanding psychosis is essential for early recognition and treatment. This condition affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves, often making it difficult to distinguish between what is real and what is not.
What Causes Psychosis?
Factors that cause psychosis
Neurological Factors
- Brain tumor
- Epilepsy
- Dementia
- Parkinson disease
Substance-Related
- Alcohol and drugs
- Steroids and stimulants
Recognizing the Symptoms
Symptoms of psychosis
Initial Stage
- Problem in giving focus on anything
- Getting detached from friends and family
- Suspecting everybody
- Sleeping problems
- Depression
Final Stage
- Hallucination
- Incoherent speech
- Delusion
- Negative thoughts
- Anxiety
- Depression
Common Types of Psychosis Disorders
Delusional disorder
Fixed false beliefs that persist despite evidence to the contrary
Schizophrenia
Complex disorder affecting thinking, perception, and behavior
Bipolar disorder
Mood disorder with episodes that can include psychotic features
Psychotic depression
Major depression accompanied by psychotic symptoms
Treating Psychosis at SavantCare
How to treat patients with psychosis. Medication and therapy can help patients to recover from psychosis. They can go back to their normal lives.
Medication and drugs
Antipsychotic medications to manage symptoms
Rapid tranquilization
Emergency intervention for severe agitation
Cognitive behavior therapy
Therapeutic approach to manage symptoms
Trauma-Informed Yoga
Healing that goes beyond the mind
We believe in a holistic approach to mental health. Trauma-informed yoga helps you reconnect with your body and calm the nervous system.
- ✓ Reduces physical tension
- ✓ Regulates the nervous system
- ✓ Promotes grounding and presence
"The combination of therapy and yoga has given me my life back."
— SavantCare Patient
Your Care Team
Our board-certified psychiatrists specialize in treating psychotic disorders with compassion and expertise.
Dr. Bernice Ponce de Leon
DO, Board-Certified Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist | Licensed in CA, NV
View profileWhen Should You Seek Help?
It's important to seek professional help if you or a loved one experience psychosis symptoms that interfere with daily life, relationships, work, school, or overall well-being. Don't wait until symptoms become severe.
Reach out if you or a loved one experience:
- Take more than 1 hour per day
- Significantly interfere with work, school, or social activities
- Cause significant distress or anxiety
- Impact relationships with family and friends
- Prevent you from enjoying activities you used to love
- Lead to avoidance of important situations
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Our team is here to help — no pressure, no judgment.
Frequently Asked Questions
The available treatments for psychosis may include a combination of medication and therapy. Antipsychotic medications can effectively manage symptoms of psychosis, such as delusions and hallucinations. Therapy, for example, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and family therapy, may also help manage symptoms and improve overall functioning. Savantcare treats psychosis through proper medication, cognitive behavioral therapy, and if required, rapid tranquilization, which are available in all of our mental health clinics.
The cost of psychosis treatment varies depending on several factors including the type of treatment needed, duration of care, insurance coverage, and location. Many insurance plans cover mental health treatment. Savantcare accepts most major insurance plans and offers flexible payment options. We believe financial concerns should never be a barrier to receiving proper mental health care.
Yes, support groups can be very beneficial for people with psychosis and their families. These groups provide a safe space to share experiences, learn coping strategies, and receive emotional support from others who understand the challenges. Savantcare can help connect you with local support groups, online communities, and family support resources as part of your comprehensive treatment plan.
Several therapeutic approaches are effective for psychosis, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), family therapy, and social skills training. CBT helps individuals identify and change thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to symptoms. Family therapy involves educating family members about psychosis and developing strategies to support their loved one. Group therapy and rehabilitation programs may also be beneficial.