Psychosis sounds like one of those dramatic words TV writers throw around right before a character sprints into traffic. In reality, it is less about Oscar-level breakdowns and more about your brain turning on extra features most people keep in the off position. Think of it as the premium subscription to perception. There are extra...
The term “psychosis” is frequently used in everyday language, yet those working within mental health disciplines can readily identify its frequent misuse.[1] The same applies to “schizophrenic,” a term often incorrectly employed or exaggerated, contributing to stigma and misunderstanding. This misrepresentation creates barriers for individuals with these conditions, making it more difficult for them to...
Typically, referring to a person as having Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) suggests there is no way to help them from themselves. There are definitely stereotypes of people with BPD, including that they are “manipulative” or “attention-seeking,” that they are “dangerous” or “unstable,” and they are unable to “form healthy relationships.”1 According to the Diagnostic Statistical Manual...
I have seen many patients who complain of either or both derealization and depersonalization. These are dissociative experiences that can occur separately or together, often in response to stress or trauma. They also qualify as “psychotic” symptoms, meaning, these symptoms are characterized by a disconnection from reality. Derealization is a feeling of detachment from one’s...
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