Psychosis is defined as a disconnect from reality, in which an individual experiences hallucinations or delusions they perceive to be real. While psychosis can be a symptom of many mental health disorders, it can also be caused by marijuana use. If you have are experiencing psychosis as a result of heavy marijuana use, it may […]
Tag Archives: psychosis
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Oct
Oct
When it comes to mental health, there are many terms that are not commonly used. Many people are confused by the vocabulary thrown around in clinical circles, leading to confusion and stigma. One such term that is often misunderstood is psychosis. Due to misrepresentation, many people have come to view psychosis with negative undertones. However, […]
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Aug
Aug
Psychosis is often identified as a break from reality. Several factors can contribute to psychosis which includes genetics, trauma, substance use, physical illness, or mental health conditions. When armed with the knowledge to detect symptoms of psychosis, the prospect of diagnosis and subsequent treatment is made easier. Visual Hallucinations Types of visual hallucinations (VH) are […]
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Jun
Jun
Millions of people across the United States have schizophrenia, yet millions more still do not understand the in-depth nuances that occur with this disorder. Movies depict schizophrenia as solely experiencing paranoia and potentially acting out violence, yet those with this disorder are more likely to hurt themselves than others. Another unknown fact about this disorder […]
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Apr
Apr
Insomnia is the inability to sleep. Sleep is extremely important to overall health and well-being, so not having enough sleep may lead to many problems. When recovering from substance use disorders, having sleep difficulties is common in early recovery, and may even contribute to relapse. Furthermore, insufficient sleep is linked to hallucinations and psychosis. The […]
