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Psychosis refers to a set of experiences that make it hard to tell what's real and what isn't. It's not a diagnosis on its own — it's a symptom that can occur with schizophrenia.

There are three main symptoms of psychosis:

- Hallucinations — Seeing, hearing, feeling, smelling, or tasting something that isn't actually Show Full Answer

Psychosis refers to a set of experiences that make it hard to tell what's real and what isn't. It's not a diagnosis on its own — it's a symptom that can occur with schizophrenia.

There are three main symptoms of psychosis:

- Hallucinations — Seeing, hearing, feeling, smelling, or tasting something that isn't actually there. Hearing voices is the most common type.
- Delusions — Strongly held beliefs that aren't based in reality, like feeling you're being watched or followed when you're not.
- Disorganized thinking — When thoughts feel jumbled or hard to follow, making it difficult to communicate or understand others. These experiences can feel very real and overwhelming. The good news is that with the right treatment — usually a combination of antipsychotic medication and therapy — many people are able to manage these symptoms and live fulfilling lives. It's always worth talking to a healthcare provider if these experiences are happening.

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