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Symptoms of psychosis and emergency signs.
Psychosis changes how a person thinks, feels and perceives the world. Signs can develop slowly or appear suddenly.
Core symptoms
Early warning signs (prodrome)
Other changes
Emergency signs: call 112 or take the person to a hospital
In India, Tele-MANAS (14416 or 1800-891-4416) offers free mental health support.
Ayurvedic view (interpretive)
Disturbed thought and behaviour are described traditionally under Unmada. This does not replace psychiatric assessment.
When to get help
See a psychiatrist soon for any of the above. Early treatment gives better outcomes.
Remember
Psychosis is a medical condition, not a weakness or a lack of willpower. Treatment works.
Written By
Dr. Daksh
BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Varun Gupta
MD Pharmacology, MBBS
Last updated on
27 Sep 2022 • 06:23 PM (IST)
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