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Psychosis

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Psychosis is a term used to describe when someone loses some contact with reality, perceiving the situation around them in a very different way to others. Common symptoms of psychosis include hearing voices or holding strong thoughts or beliefs that are not shared by those around them.

Below we have listed some examples of the different types of psychosis with links to other trusted websites where you can find more information. This list is not exhaustive.

  • Schizophrenia
  • Postpartum psychosis
  • Schizoaffective disorder

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