Psychotic Disorders & Treatment In Irvine

Psychotic Disorders are a category of mental disorders that are characterized by impairments in reality testing and abnormalities in thought content and perception. Psychotic disorders include schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, schizophreniform disorder, brief reactive psychosis, delirium, and dementia.

Treatment of psychotic disorders typically involves a combination of medication and Psychotherapy. Psychiatrists can help people with psychotic disorders to understand their condition, cope with the symptoms, and manage stressors in their lives. Medication can help to relieve the symptoms of psychotic disorders. Hospitalization may be necessary in some cases to ensure the safety of the person with a psychotic disorder.

For help with Psychotic Disorders, contact Dr. Mehr Karamat today. You can also call our office Helpline at 310-254-9397 to schedule a new patient appointment.

Psychotic Disorders Symptoms:

Psychotic disorders symptoms come seemingly out of nowhere and can include:

Hallucinations: seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not really there
Delusions: false beliefs that are not based in reality
Disorganized thinking: difficulty concentrating, speaking, or understanding others
Disordered behavior: acting out in ways that are inappropriate or harmful

Following a psychotic disorders people often feel confused and frightened. Psychotic disorders can make it hard to function at work, school, or home. Psychotic disorders can also lead to problems with relationships.

Working with a board certified psychiatrist, Dr. Mehr Karamat can help you develop a treatment plan that’s right for you. If you’re in the California East Bay Area and are experiencing Psychotic symptoms, please call our office at 310-254-9397 to schedule a new patient appointment.

Types of Psychotic Disorders

Different conditions can cause Psychotic disorders. The most common types of Psychotic disorders include:

Schizophrenia: characterized by hallucinations, delusions, and disordered thinking and behavior
Schizoaffective disorder: characterized by hallucinations, delusions, and mood swings
Bipolar disorder: characterized by periods of mania and depression
Catatonia: characterized by Psychomotor retardation or Psychomotor agitation
Substance use disorder: characterized by Psychotic symptoms that occur while under the influence of drugs or alcohol
Other disorders: may also have signs of psychosis, stemming from conditions such as brain tumors, Huntington’s disease, and Parkinson’s disease

If you think you or a loved one may be suffering from Psychotic disorders, please contact Dr. Mehr Karamat for help. During your appointment, she will ask about your symptoms and medical history.

Treatment for Psychotic Disorder

There are few treatments for Psychotic disorders, but fortunately, there are many effective treatments available. When medication is necessary, antipsychotic medication is usually the first line of defense. In some cases, other medications may be necessary to control Psychotic symptoms. Psychotherapy can also be an effective treatment for Psychotic disorders.

If you’re in the California East Bay Area and are experiencing Psychotic symptoms, please call our office at 310-254-9397 to schedule a new patient appointment.

Schedule an Appointment for Psychotic Disorder Today

If you’re experiencing psychotic disorder symptoms, contact us today to schedule an appointment. Psychotic disorders can be difficult to manage on your own, but with the help of a qualified mental health professional, you can get the treatment you need to feel better. Please call our office at 310-254-9397 to learn more and schedule a new patient appointment.

Psychotic Disorders FAQs

What is a psychotic disorder?

A psychotic disorder is considered a thought disorder because it causes abnormal thinking and perceptions are called psychotic disorders. People with psychotic disorders lose touch with reality. The main two symptoms are believing things that are not actually true which are delusions (most commonly paranoid delusions) as well as might involve seeing or hearing things that other people cannot see or hear (hallucinations).

What causes psychosis?

A combination of genetics along with social stressors typically are known to cause psychosis, however certain substances/illicit or licit drugs, medications and/or medical conditions can also cause psychosis. Psychosis can be present as part of the symptom constellation in several different mental illnesses such as Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective disorder, Major depressive disorder or Bipolar disorder or. However, a person may experience psychosis and never be diagnosed with schizophrenia or any other mental disorder due to the fact that psychosis can also be triggered by a number of things, such as a physical illness or injury, abuse or trauma, recreational drugs, alcohol and smoking, prescribed medication as mentioned above as well.

How are psychotic disorders treated?

Psychotic disorders are treated with antipsychotic medication.

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