I am on high risk of developing psychosis. What does it mean? Will I get it? How do I turn things around so I dont. What do I do.
2007-09-09 07:05:05 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
The only high risk group that I'm aware of is those with family that are psychotic - hallucinations and/or delusion found in some forms of depression and mania, or schizophrenia. Assuming that's you, the thinking is that you need the gene code and whether you inherited it or not is not known. Not all with the genetics manifest psychosis, but as you said, there is a high risk. As far as I know, the trigger they suspect is high stress. So, your best bet is to pay particular attention to what you eat and to get regular exercise. Exercise like marshal arts, tai chi, yoga, and so forth emphasize the mind-body connection, so they are worth seriously considering. Another option is to look into stress feedback bio-therapy. I think it's short-term. And, of course, to manage your life in a way that minimizes extremely stressful events. Also, if mood disorder psychosis runs in your family, be sensitive to mood episodes and if you can't dig yourself out of a depression within a few weeks or find yourself with too much energy and little need for sleep, see a psychiatrist immediately. MDD and bipolar related psychosis only occur during mood episodes, so managing mood is the best way to avoid it. Of course, if you've already had a psychotic break, work with a psychiatrist and take antipsychotics.
2007-09-09 07:29:42 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
What do you mean you are high risk for developing psychosis? Who told you this? We need more information to answer you.
2007-09-09 07:09:03 · answer #2 · answered by Simmi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What makes you think you are at "high risk"..?? .I am sure your Dr would have recommended you see "someone" like a counselor if you are seriously high risk. You can turn things around by not over reacting, staying calm, and talking to your Dr. - People just don't get this overnight. "Get help"- if you are in doubt and make an appointment with your Dr--Phyciatrist or Counselor!!
2007-09-09 07:11:22 · answer #3 · answered by sun_beam61 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Here's some info on pyschosis: http://www.mind.org.uk/Information/Booklets/Understanding/Understanding+Psychotic+Experiences.htm
If you are at high risk, then I would think anti-psychotic medication would be prescribed.
2007-09-09 07:25:25 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋