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A psychotic episode involves difficulty distinguishing between what is real and what isn't. The three main symptoms that characterize a psychotic episode are:

• Hallucinations - seeing, hearing, feeling, smelling, or tasting things that aren't there
• Delusions - strongly held false beliefs that don't match reality
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A psychotic episode involves difficulty distinguishing between what is real and what isn't. The three main symptoms that characterize a psychotic episode are:

• Hallucinations - seeing, hearing, feeling, smelling, or tasting things that aren't there
• Delusions - strongly held false beliefs that don't match reality
• Disorganized thinking - confused thoughts that make communication difficult When someone is experiencing a psychotic episode, you may notice:

• Difficulty communicating clearly
• Trouble following conversations
• Speaking in ways that are hard to understand
• Expressing beliefs that don't match reality
• Reacting to things others cannot perceive
• Showing signs of confusion or distress

Creating a calm, quiet environment and speaking in simple, clear language can help support someone during an episode. If you're concerned about safety, don't hesitate to seek professional help.

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