Psychosis is when a person loses touch with reality. This is the definition most recognized by the general public, and yes, it's simplistic and reductionistic. A more deeply textured definition would ...

An international team of researchers has used machine learning to produce a novel blood test that can predict a young person’s risk of developing a psychotic disorder, such as schizophrenia, years ...

People who are prone to experiencing psychosis often face hidden challenges in daily life that are not immediately visible to ...

A brief psychotic disorder is a psychiatric condition characterized by sudden and temporary periods of psychotic behavior, such as delusions, hallucinations, and confusion. Symptoms can endure for ...

In a recent study published in the journal Psychological Medicine, researchers investigate the link between psychotic disorders and youth cannabis use. To this end, cannabis use was found to increase ...

MANASSAS, VA - April 4: Michelle Suppers has two sons; when the eldest Anthony was diagnosed with ADHD, it led her to suspect she might also have this condition, which indeed she did. Michelle helps ...

My Mind and Me,’ Selena Gomez shares her experience with psychosis and bipolar disorder to destigmatize mental health.

Movement disorders are increasingly recognised as a core aspect of schizophrenia and related psychotic disorders. These motor abnormalities encompass a range of manifestations, including dyskinesia, ...

Research shows marijuana can lead to psychotic disorders like schizophrenia, particularly if people start using it as children and teenagers. The risk is greatest among those who use it regularly. See ...

"The most interesting result was the clarity with which the family genetic risk scores were able to distinguish between the key psychotic and affective disorders. While these results will not impact ...

Bipolar disorder is a mental illness that causes dramatic shifts in a person’s mood, energy and ability to think clearly.