Psychosis
The meaning of the word psychosis is ‘split mind’. This is where people lose some sense of touch with reality. This might involve seeing or hearing things that other people cannot see or hear (hallucinations) or believing things that are not actually true (delusions).
Facts about Psychosis
Globally
0.32% of people worldwide have schizophrenia.
UK
0.31% of people in UK have psychosis.
Additional
196,953 people in UK have psychosis.
Symptoms
- Hallucinations - where a person hears, sees or feels things that do not exist but can appear to be very real to the person affected by them; such as hearing voices.
- Delusions - where an individual has very strong beliefs that are not shared by others, such as that people are plotting to harm them.
- Confused and disturbed thoughts.
A common form of psychosis is Schizophrenia. This is a long-term mental health condition that causes a range of different psychological and physical symptoms. With a suitable treatment plan it is significantly easier to live a fulfilling and manageable lifestyle.
Treatments
We offer a psychiatric assessment online for a suspected diagnosis of psychosis. Treatment for psychosis involves using a combination of the following:
- Antipsychotic medicine
- Tailored Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Compliance and concordance Therapy
- Behavioural Family Therapy
- Financial advice
- Educational Support
- Employment and Occupational Advice & Support
- Accommodation
Oaktree Assessment Tool
Our Oaktree assessment tool (OAT) can help you decide whether to seek diagnosis and medical treatment from a Psychiatrist online, to seek talking therapy, or if self-help may suffice. It is not a diagnostic test.
Contact Us
To book an online mental health assessment appointment with Private Psychiatrists, Private Psychologists and Private TherapistsWe aim to respond within one working day