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Psychosis


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Alternate Names : Psychotic

Definition

Psychosis is a loss of contact with reality, typically including delusions (false ideas about what is taking place or who one is) and hallucinations (seeing or hearing things which aren't there).

Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors

Psychosis is a severe mental condition characterized by a loss of contact with reality. There are numerous potential causes:

alcohol and certain drugs can induce psychosis
bipolar disorder (manic depression)
brain tumors
epilepsy
psychotic depression
schizophrenia
dementia (Alzheimer's and other degenerative brain disorders)
stroke

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Review Date : 6/3/2002
Reviewed By : Angela Smyth, M.D., Department of Psychiatry, University of Chicago, Chicago, IL. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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