Chronic mental disorders in which there has been an insidious development of a permanent and unshakeable delusional system (persecutory delusions or delusions of jealousy), accompanied by preservation of clear and orderly thinking. Emotional responses and behavior are consistent with the delusional state.
A condition in which closely related persons, usually in the same family, share the same delusions.
A chronic form of schizophrenia characterized primarily by the presence of persecutory or grandiose delusions, often associated with hallucination.
A personality disorder characterized by the avoidance of accepting deserved blame and an unwarranted view of others as malevolent. The latter is expressed as suspiciousness, hypersensitivity, and mistrust.
A false belief regarding the self or persons or objects outside the self that persists despite the facts, and is not considered tenable by one's associates.
Behavior exhibited by individuals who are overly suspicious, but without the constellation of symptoms characteristic of paranoid personality disorder or paranoid type of schizophrenia.
A type of schizophrenia characterized by frequent incoherence; marked loosening of associations, or grossly disorganized behavior and flat or grossly inappropriate affect that does not meet the criteria for the catatonic type; associated features include extreme social withdrawal, grimacing, mannerisms, mirror gazing, inappropriate giggling, and other odd behavior. (Dorland, 27th ed)
A type of schizophrenia characterized by abnormality of motor behavior which may involve particular forms of stupor, rigidity, excitement or inappropriate posture.
Study of mental processes and behavior of schizophrenics.
Subjectively experienced sensations in the absence of an appropriate stimulus, but which are regarded by the individual as real. They may be of organic origin or associated with MENTAL DISORDERS.
Conceptual system developed by Freud and his followers in which unconscious motivations are considered to shape normal and abnormal personality development and behavior.
A defense mechanism, operating unconsciously, whereby that which is emotionally unacceptable in the self is rejected and attributed (projected) to others.
A major affective disorder marked by severe mood swings (manic or major depressive episodes) and a tendency to remission and recurrence.
Psychotic organic mental disorders resulting from the toxic effect of drugs and chemicals or other harmful substance.
Unconscious process used by an individual or a group of individuals in order to cope with impulses, feelings or ideas which are not acceptable at their conscious level; various types include reaction formation, projection and self reversal.

Suicide risk in schizophrenia: an analysis of 17 consecutive suicides. (1/97)

The aim of this study was to investigate interactional factors related to the recognition of suicide risk in patients with schizophrenia. The study focused on 17 schizophrenia patients who had committed suicide during the National Suicide Prevention Project in Finland between April 1, 1987, and March 31, 1988, in the province of Kuopio. Consensus case reports were assembled by using the psychological autopsy method. Study methods included structured and in-depth interviews of next of kin and interviews of health care or social services workers who had treated the suicide victims. Male and female patients with schizophrenia committed suicide in equal proportions. Most had suffered from schizophrenia for more than 15 years; all but one had been receiving psychiatric treatment at the time of suicide. Retrospective assessment indicated that 59 percent of the patients were clinically depressed at the time of suicide. In 76 percent of the cases, the mental health professionals involved in treatment had not believed that there was a risk of suicide during their last contact with the patient. In 29 percent of the cases, the patient's paranoid ideas concerning treatment personnel had increased. Patients' withdrawal from human relationships because of depression was related to loss of the treatment professionals' concern for the patients. The findings in this descriptive study suggest that withdrawal by a patient with schizophrenia and an increase in the patient's paranoid behavior should be regarded as signals of risk of suicide.  (+info)

Screening for hypothyroidism in elderly inpatients. (2/97)

Routine biochemical screening for hypothyroidism in 2000 geriatric inpatients proved valuable and practicable and yielded 46 cases (2.3%). A non-specific clinical picture was particularly common, with less than a third of the cases showing "typical" signs and symptoms. Psychiatric manifestations, especially depression, were important and frequent and responded well to thyroxine. There was a preponderance of female cases of hypothyroidism and a strong association with other autoimmune diseases, notably pernicious anaemia and rheumatoid arthritis.  (+info)

Hypocalcaemic myopathy with paranoid psychosis. (3/97)

A description is given of a patient with idiopathic hypoparathyroidism and a paranoid psychosis. Changes in muscle, electromyograms, and blood enzyme levels were related to hypocalcaemia. Reference is made to the elevations of these enzyme levels found in other cases of psychosis.  (+info)

Delusional parasitosis as 'folie a deux'. (4/97)

Delusional parasitosis is characterized by the unshakeable belief of being infested with tiny (microscopic) insects. Patients spend much time trying to get rid of the bugs and suffer from these symptoms. Patients prefer to go to dermatologists because they have a strong conviction over the presence of a somatic disease and do not accept any psychiatric advice for their complaints. Folie a deux or shared psychotic disorder (SPD) is a relatively rare syndrome, which has long attracted clinical attention. Delusional parasitosis is associated in 5-15% of SPD and can run within a family. We experienced delusional parasitosis as Folie a Deux between a mother and her son and successfully treated them through early psychiatric intervention. We believe that attention should be drawn to DP with SPD.  (+info)

Neuroleptic sensitivity in patients with senile dementia of Lewy body type. (5/97)

OBJECTIVE: To determine the outcome of administration of neuroleptics to patients with senile dementia of Lewy body type confirmed at necropsy. DESIGN: Retrospective analysis of clinical notes blind to neuropathological diagnosis. SETTING: Specialist psychogeriatric assessment units referring cases for necropsy to a teaching hospital neuropathology service. PATIENTS: 41 elderly patients with diagnosis of either Alzheimer type dementia (n = 21) or Lewy body type dementia (n = 20) confirmed at necropsy. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: Clinical state including extrapyramidal features before and after neuroleptic treatment and survival analysis of patients showing severe neuroleptic sensitivity compared with the remainder in the group. RESULTS: 16 (80%) patients with Lewy body type dementia received neuroleptics, 13 (81%) of whom reacted adversely; in seven (54%) the reactions were severe. Survival analysis showed an increased mortality in the year after presentation to psychiatric services compared with patients with mild or no neuroleptic sensitivity (hazard ratio 2.70 (95% confidence interval 2.50-8.99); (chi 2 = 2.68, p = 0.05). By contrast, only one (7%) of 14 patients with Alzheimer type dementia given neuroleptics showed severe neuroleptic sensitivity. CONCLUSIONS: Severe, and often fatal, neuroleptic sensitivity may occur in elderly patients with confusion, dementia, or behavioural disturbance. Its occurrence may indicate senile dementia of Lewy body type and this feature has been included in clinical diagnostic criteria for this type of dementia.  (+info)

EFFECT OF CHLORPROTHIXENE IN PATIENTS WITH PARANOID SYMPTOMS. (6/97)

Chlorprothixene, a thioxanthine derivative, claimed to have broad-spectrum antipsychotic properties, was compared with phenothiazine derivatives in the setting of a psychiatric admission service and aftercare clinic.In 32 female patients with paranoid symptoms, chlorprothixene in high dosage ranges (200 to 1200 mg. daily) was found to be as effective as similar doses of chlorpromazine in controlling the symptoms; fewer side effects were noted.  (+info)

PREFRONTAL LEUKOTOMY: A FIVE-YEAR CONTROLLED STUDY. (7/97)

One hundred and eighty-three patients who had received prefrontal leukotomy over a period of several years were compared with a closely similar group who had not undergone the operation. No significant differences in rate of hospital discharge after a five-year follow-up period were found between the two groups. The groups showed no consistent difference in outcome in relation to diagnosis, chronicity vs. intermittency of illness, heredity, education, family attitude, premorbid adjustment, or degree of insight on the part of the patients. It is concluded that prefrontal leukotomy does not produce any rate of remission significantly beyond that to be expected without the operation.  (+info)

TEMPORAL LOBE EPILEPSY: A CLINICAL STUDY OF 47 CASES. (8/97)

Clinical features of 47 cases of temporal lobe epilepsy are analyzed and treatment of this disorder is outlined. Twenty-four per cent of all cases of epilepsy seen by one of the authors over a two-year period were of this type. Fifteen of these 47 patients had a history of birth injury. Care must be taken to distinguish the symptoms of temporal lobe epilepsy from those of acute anxiety or hysteria and to differentiate the short-lived temporal lobe attack from centrencephalic petit mal.Interictal personality disturbances were identified in 11 of 24 persons with temporal lobe epilepsy, four of 35 with focal epilepsy from all other areas, and one of 17 with centrencephalic epilepsy. Personality deviations most frequently encountered were irritability, aggressiveness, bouts of depression, paranoid tendencies and exhibitionism. Medical or surgical treatment often improves the personality abnormalities concomitantly with control of seizures.  (+info)

Paranoid disorders are a category of mental disorders characterized by the presence of paranoia, which is defined as a persistent and unfounded distrust or suspicion of others. This can include beliefs that others are trying to harm you, deceive you, or are plotting against you. These beliefs are not based in reality and are firmly held despite evidence to the contrary.

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), which is used by mental health professionals to diagnose mental conditions, includes two paranoid disorders: Delusional Disorder and Paranoid Personality Disorder.

Delusional disorder is characterized by the presence of one or more delusions for a month or longer, with no significant hallucinations, disorganized speech, or grossly disorganized or catatonic behavior. The individual's functioning is not markedly impaired and behavior is not obviously odd or bizarre.

Paranoid personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive distrust and suspiciousness of others such that their motives are interpreted as malevolent, beginning in early adulthood and present in a variety of contexts. The individual may appear cold and aloof or may be explosively angry if they feel threatened.

It's important to note that these disorders can cause significant distress and impairment in social, occupational, and other areas of functioning. If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of a paranoid disorder, it's important to seek help from a qualified mental health professional.

'Shared Paranoid Disorder' is also known as 'Induced Paranoid Disorder' or 'Folie à deux.' It is not listed as a separate disorder in the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) used by mental health professionals for diagnosis. However, it can be classified under Other Specified Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders.

It is described as a delusional disorder that develops in an individual due to a close and influential relationship with another person who has an established delusional disorder. The secondary person's delusion is similar to or derived from the primary person's delusion, and they usually share a common living situation or have a very close emotional bond.

The delusions are not due to any other medical condition, substance use, or better explained by another mental disorder. Also, when the relationship between the two individuals ends, the secondary person's delusional symptoms usually decrease or disappear.

Paranoid Schizophrenia is a subtype of Schizophrenia, which is a chronic and severe mental disorder. It is characterized by the presence of prominent delusions and auditory hallucinations. The delusions in paranoid schizophrenia often involve themes of persecution or grandiosity. Individuals with this subtype usually have a clear sense of self and maintain relatively well-preserved cognitive functions and affect. However, their symptoms can significantly impact their ability to function in daily life, social relationships, and vocational activities. It's important to note that schizophrenia is a complex disorder, and its diagnosis should be made by a qualified mental health professional based on a comprehensive evaluation of the individual's symptoms, history, and mental status examination.

Paranoid Personality Disorder (PPD) is a mental health condition characterized by a persistent pattern of distrust and suspicion, such that others' intentions are interpreted as malevolent. This disorder is defined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5), used by mental health professionals to diagnose mental conditions.

To be diagnosed with PPD, an individual must display at least four of the following symptoms:

1. Suspects, without sufficient reason, that others are exploiting, harming, or deceiving them.
2. Is preoccupied with unjustified doubts about the loyalty or trustworthiness of friends or associates.
3. Is reluctant to confide in others because of unwarranted fear that the information will be used maliciously against them.
4. Reads hidden demeaning or threatening meanings into benign remarks or events.
5. Persistently bears grudges, i.e., is unforgiving of insults, injuries, or slights.
6. Perceives attacks on their character or reputation that are not apparent to others and is quick to react angrily or to counterattack.
7. Has recurrent suspicions, without justification, regarding fidelity of spouse or sexual partner.

These symptoms must be present for a significant period, typically at least one year, and must cause clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning. Additionally, the symptoms cannot be better explained by another mental disorder, such as Schizophrenia, a Mood Disorder with Psychotic Features, or Substance/Medication-Induced Psychotic Disorder.

A delusion is a fixed, false belief that is firmly held despite evidence to the contrary and is not shared by others who hold similar cultural or religious beliefs. Delusions are a key symptom of certain psychiatric disorders, such as schizophrenia and delusional disorder. They can also be seen in other medical conditions, such as dementia, brain injury, or substance abuse.

Delusions can take many forms, but some common types include:

* Persecutory delusions: the belief that one is being targeted or harmed by others
* Grandiose delusions: the belief that one has special powers, talents, or importance
* Erotomanic delusions: the belief that someone, often of higher social status, is in love with the individual
* Somatic delusions: the belief that one's body is abnormal or has been altered in some way
* Religious or spiritual delusions: the belief that one has a special relationship with a deity or religious figure

Delusions should not be confused with overvalued ideas, which are strongly held beliefs based on subjective interpretation of experiences or evidence. Overvalued ideas may be shared by others and can sometimes develop into delusions if they become fixed and firmly held despite contradictory evidence.

Paranoid behavior is not a medical diagnosis itself, but it can be a symptom of various mental health conditions. According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), paranoia is characterized by irrational and excessive mistrust or suspicion of others, often leading to feelings of persecution, grandiosity, jealousy, or hostility. Paranoid behavior may include:

1. Persistent suspiciousness and unjustified belief that others are trying to harm or deceive you.
2. Reading hidden meanings into benign remarks or events, often with a negative connotation.
3. Expecting betrayal or deceit from others, even when there is no reason to do so.
4. Difficulty confiding in or becoming close to others due to fear of being exploited or harmed.
5. Harbouring grudges and being unforgiving towards those perceived as having wronged you.
6. Persistently feeling that you are being mistreated, misunderstood, or taken advantage of.
7. Perceiving attacks on your character or reputation that are not apparent to others.
8. Holding unrealistic beliefs about the loyalty and trustworthiness of others.
9. Being quick to anger or react defensively when feeling criticized or threatened.

Paranoid behavior can be a symptom of various mental health conditions, such as paranoid personality disorder, schizophrenia, delusional disorder, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder with psychotic features. It is essential to consult a mental health professional for an accurate assessment and appropriate treatment if you or someone else experiences these symptoms.

Disorganized Schizophrenia is a subtype of Schizophrenia, as defined by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DS-5) published by the American Psychiatric Association. It is characterized by disorganized speech, behavior, and/or flat or inappropriate emotional expression.

The individual with Disorganized Schizophrenia may have difficulty organizing their thoughts and conveying them coherently, leading to speech that is rambling, fragmented, or irrelevant. Their behavior can be disorganized or bizarre, and they may have trouble with routine activities like grooming and hygiene. Emotional expression may be inappropriate to the situation, such as laughing at a sad event, or it may be flattened, with minimal emotional response.

It's important to note that only a qualified mental health professional can make a diagnosis of Disorganized Schizophrenia or any other mental health disorder. If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of schizophrenia or any other mental health concern, it's important to seek professional help.

Catatonic Schizophrenia is a subtype of Schizophrenia characterized by severe psychomotor disturbances such as stupor (reduced reaction to stimuli), mutism (inability to speak), negativism (resistance to instructions or movements), posturing (assuming and maintaining unusual poses), rigidity, agitation, or excitation. These symptoms can lead to significant impairment in daily functioning and quality of life. It is important to note that this subtype is less commonly used in current psychiatric classification systems, as the focus has shifted towards a more comprehensive description of symptom dimensions that cut across traditional diagnostic categories.

I must clarify that there is no such thing as "Schizophrenic Psychology." The term schizophrenia is used to describe a specific and serious mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. It's important not to use the term casually or inaccurately, as it can perpetuate stigma and misunderstanding about the condition.

Schizophrenia is characterized by symptoms such as hallucinations (hearing or seeing things that aren't there), delusions (false beliefs that are not based on reality), disorganized speech, and grossly disorganized or catatonic behavior. These symptoms can impair a person's ability to function in daily life, maintain relationships, and experience emotions appropriately.

If you have any questions related to mental health conditions or psychology, I would be happy to provide accurate information and definitions.

A hallucination is a perception in the absence of external stimuli. They are sensory experiences that feel real, but are generated from inside the mind rather than by external reality. Hallucinations can occur in any of the senses, causing individuals to hear sounds, see visions, or smell odors that aren't actually present. They can range from relatively simple experiences, such as seeing flashes of light, to complex experiences like seeing and interacting with people or objects that aren't there. Hallucinations are often associated with certain medical conditions, mental health disorders, or the use of certain substances.

Psychoanalytic theory is a psychological framework developed primarily by Sigmund Freud and his followers, which seeks to explain psychic phenomena in terms of unconscious mental processes and early childhood experiences. It posits that the human mind is composed of three elements: the id (primitive instincts), ego (rational thought), and superego (moral standards). The theory emphasizes the importance of resolving unconscious conflicts, making the unconscious conscious, and analyzing defense mechanisms in order to alleviate psychological distress and promote mental health. It also includes various concepts such as the Oedipus complex, psychosexual development stages, and transference/countertransference phenomena.

In the context of psychology and psychiatry, "projection" is a psychological defense mechanism where individuals attribute their own unacceptable thoughts, feelings, or impulses to others. Instead of acknowledging and dealing with their own emotions or behaviors, they externalize them by perceiving them in someone else. This can help reduce anxiety or discomfort associated with those thoughts or feelings, but it can also lead to misunderstandings, conflicts, and negative judgments about others.

It is important to note that "projection" has no widely accepted medical definition within the field of medicine outside of mental health contexts.

Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, is a mental health condition that causes extreme mood swings that include emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression). When you become depressed, you may feel sad or hopeless and lose interest or pleasure in most activities. When your mood shifts to mania or hypomania (a less severe form of mania), you may feel euphoric, full of energy, or unusually irritable. These mood swings can significantly affect your job, school, relationships, and overall quality of life.

Bipolar disorder is typically characterized by the presence of one or more manic or hypomanic episodes, often accompanied by depressive episodes. The episodes may be separated by periods of normal mood, but in some cases, a person may experience rapid cycling between mania and depression.

There are several types of bipolar disorder, including:

* Bipolar I Disorder: This type is characterized by the occurrence of at least one manic episode, which may be preceded or followed by hypomanic or major depressive episodes.
* Bipolar II Disorder: This type involves the presence of at least one major depressive episode and at least one hypomanic episode, but no manic episodes.
* Cyclothymic Disorder: This type is characterized by numerous periods of hypomania and depression that are not severe enough to meet the criteria for a full manic or depressive episode.
* Other Specified and Unspecified Bipolar and Related Disorders: These categories include bipolar disorders that do not fit the criteria for any of the other types.

The exact cause of bipolar disorder is unknown, but it appears to be related to a combination of genetic, environmental, and neurochemical factors. Treatment typically involves a combination of medication, psychotherapy, and lifestyle changes to help manage symptoms and prevent relapses.

Substance-induced psychosis is a type of psychosis that is caused by the use of drugs, alcohol, or other substances. The American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) defines substance/medication-induced psychotic disorder as follows:

A. Presence of one (or more) of the following symptoms:

1. Delusions.
2. Hallucinations.
3. Disorganized speech (e.g., frequent derailment or incoherence).

B. There is evidence from the history, physical examination, or laboratory findings that the disturbance is caused by the direct physiological effects of a substance (e.g., a drug of abuse, a medication) or a combination of substances.

C. The disturbance does not occur exclusively during the course of a delirium and is not better explained by a psychotic disorder that is not substance/medication-induced. The symptoms in Criterion A developed during or soon after substance intoxication or withdrawal, or after exposure to a medication.

D. The disturbance causes significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.

E. The disturbance is not better accounted for by another mental disorder (e.g., major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder).

It's important to note that the diagnosis of substance-induced psychosis requires a thorough medical and psychiatric evaluation to determine if the symptoms are caused by substance use or another underlying mental health condition.

Defense mechanisms are unconscious psychological strategies that individuals use to cope with stressful, threatening, or uncomfortable situations. These mechanisms help protect the ego from being overwhelmed by anxiety, fear, or other negative emotions. They can also help individuals maintain a positive self-image and a sense of control in difficult circumstances.

There are many different types of defense mechanisms, including:

1. Repression: The unconscious forgetting or pushing aside of painful memories or thoughts.
2. Denial: Refusing to acknowledge the existence or reality of a threatening situation or feeling.
3. Projection: Attributing one's own unacceptable thoughts or emotions to someone else.
4. Displacement: Channeling unacceptable feelings toward a safer or less threatening target.
5. Rationalization: Creating logical explanations or excuses for unacceptable behavior or feelings.
6. Reaction formation: Converting unconscious impulses or desires into their opposite, conscious attitudes or behaviors.
7. Sublimation: Transforming unacceptable impulses or instincts into socially acceptable behaviors or activities.
8. Regression: Returning to an earlier stage of development in order to cope with stress or anxiety.
9. Suppression: Consciously pushing aside unwanted thoughts or feelings.
10. Identification: Adopting the characteristics, attitudes, or behaviors of another person as a way of coping with anxiety or fear.

Defense mechanisms can be adaptive or maladaptive, depending on the situation and how they are used. While they can help individuals cope with stress and maintain their emotional well-being in the short term, relying too heavily on defense mechanisms can lead to problems in relationships, work, and other areas of life. It is important for individuals to be aware of their defense mechanisms and work to develop healthier coping strategies over time.

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  • The disorders are Psychopathy, Paranoid Personality Disorder and Narcissistic Personality Disorder. (dissidentvoice.org)
  • It is a requirement of ICD-10 that a diagnosis of any specific personality disorder also satisfies a set of general personality disorder criteria. (wikipedia.org)
  • Clarifying the diagnosis of a patient with paranoid thinking is an essential first step to management, with ramifications for prognosis, treatment and medicolegal issues such as involuntary treatment or criminal responsibility. (cambridge.org)
  • As with all personality disorders, diagnosis is dependent on longitudinal evidence that mal-adaptive features of feeling, thinking and behaving are enduring over time. (cambridge.org)
  • A normal response to unusual circumstances should always be considered as part of the differential diagnosis of a patient with cross-sectional features suggestive of paranoid personality disorder. (cambridge.org)
  • Paranoid Personality Disorder is a diagnosis that denotes a Personality Disorder (More) with paranoid features. (web4health.info)
  • To make this diagnosis, DSM-IV stipulates that the disorder should not occur exclusively during the course of Schizophrenia (More) (More) , a Mood Disorder With Psychotic Features (More) , or another Psychotic Disorder and is not due to the direct physiological effects or a general medical condition. (web4health.info)
  • On diagnosis, it is also found that there are other medical conditions also associated with Paranoid Personality Disorder. (alwaysayurveda.net)
  • Compare the differences in how you would share your diagnosis for paranoid disorder with an individual, a family, and in a group session. (englishliteraturepapers.com)
  • As such, when discussing a possible diagnosis of paranoid disorder with an individual patient or client, a focus on empathy and validation can help create a safe space for further discussion about symptoms and treatment options (Venulet & Parmentier, 2019). (englishliteraturepapers.com)
  • Sharing a diagnosis of paranoid disorder within a family unit presents additional challenges due to its potential implications for all members involved. (englishliteraturepapers.com)
  • It is not unusual for symptoms of these other disorders to mask the underlying borderline psychopathology, impeding accurate diagnosis and making treatment planning difficult. (bpdfamily.com)
  • The DSM diagnosis for substance use disorders is used in this examination to determine "drug abuse" and "drug addiction. (cdc.gov)
  • The sergipano artist has lived most of his life in Rio de Janeiro, interned in a psychiatric institution with a diagnosis of Paranoid Schizophrenia. (bvsalud.org)
  • There are different kinds of personality disorders like Schizoid personality disorder , Schizotypal personality disorder, Avoidant personality disorder, Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD), Histrionic personality disorder, and many more. (myfitbrain.in)
  • Psychosocial formulations point to the high prevalence of early abuse (sexual, physical, and emotional) in these patients, and the borderline syndrome is often formulated as a variant of posttraumatic stress disorder. (medscape.com)
  • It includes Avoidant Personality Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, and Antisocial Personality Disorder. (alwaysayurveda.net)
  • The name of that illness is borderline personality disorder. (norml.org)
  • General and Specific There are definitions for 'personality disorder' as a category and then there are definitions for the subcategories (i.e., borderline, narcissistic, antisocial, etc. (bpdfamily.com)
  • Comorbidity Borderline patients often present for evaluation or treatment with one or more comorbid axis I disorders (e.g.,depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa). (bpdfamily.com)
  • This is what living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) feels like. (yourtango.com)
  • People with borderline personality disorder may experience intense episodes of anger, depression, and anxiety that can last from a few hours to days. (yourtango.com)
  • As a person with Borderline Personality Disorder, I am reminded of this fact every single day. (yourtango.com)
  • To understand more about the ways BPD symptoms affect me and others living with Borderline Personality Disorder, I spoke with several mental health experts. (yourtango.com)
  • Dr. Narayan has experience treating conditions like Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Alcohol Withdrawal and Anxiety among other conditions at varying frequencies. (sharecare.com)
  • In cases of extreme symptoms or co-occurring disorders like depression or anxiety, treatment may include antidepressants, antipsychotic, or anti-anxiety medications. (pathwaysreallife.com)
  • Mindfulness group therapy has an equally positive effect as individual CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) for the treatment of a wide range of psychiatric symptoms in patients with depression, anxiety and stress-related disorders. (lu.se)
  • The study group included 215 patients with depression, anxiety and stress-related disorders. (lu.se)
  • Paranoid personality disorder is a mental health condition that affects an individual's thinking, feelings, and behaviors. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • The behaviors and thought processes of people with paranoid personality disorder tend to impact their ability to function well socially and maintain interpersonal relationships. (pathwaysreallife.com)
  • People who have personality disorders can express a wide range of emotions and behaviors that are considered detrimental to relationships, causing friends and family to withdraw from the individual. (psychguides.com)
  • If you are trying to get along better with your wife, it's not as important to pinpoint the specific disorder or analyze the comorbidity as it is to recognize and fully understand the problem behaviors and how to constructively deal with them. (bpdfamily.com)
  • Medical screening for physical and mental disorders with associated harmful behaviors and substance-related disorders among persons overseas applying for US immigration or refugee status and non-immigrants who are required by law to have an overseas medical examination, hereafter referred to as applicants, is therefore an essential component of the immigration process. (cdc.gov)
  • The required examination includes evaluation of physical and mental disorders with associated harmful behaviors and substance use disorders. (cdc.gov)
  • These Instructions are to be followed when determining whether an individual applicant is afflicted with physical and mental disorders with associated harmful behaviors and substance use disorders for all examinations performed. (cdc.gov)
  • It important to point out, that this disorder is different from paranoid schizophrenia, because other symptoms of schizophrenia such as delusions or hallucinations are not present. (web4health.info)
  • Therefore, clinicians should take into account the danger of the possible presence of paranoid obsession together with sexual problems, to prevent psychosis onset or violent acts related to paranoid delusions . (bvsalud.org)
  • A schizophrenia that involves delusions or auditory hallucinations of persecution or being plotted against without thought disorder, disorganized behavior, or affective flattening. (cognitiveatlas.org)
  • Roell suffered from schizoaffective disorder and paranoid delusions. (justia.com)
  • I. BACKGROUND A. Factual background Roell suffered from mental illness, including schizoaffective disorder and paranoid delusions, for many years. (justia.com)
  • An individual with paranoid personality disorder may find it difficult to open up and reveal personal information. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • Paranoid personality disorder (PPD) is a mental illness characterized by paranoia, and a pervasive, long-standing suspiciousness and generalized mistrust of others. (wikipedia.org)
  • Depending on the nature of the relationship, paranoid personality disorder can lead to symptoms of paranoia , such as extreme mistrust and suspicion. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • People with paranoid personality disorder tend to maintain the same degree of paranoia over time and for a wide range of relationships even if they have not experienced any recent harm or manipulation. (therecoveryvillage.com)
  • However, many people quietly suffer from symptoms of the disorder and only signal their paranoia to others with subtle signs like clipped speech or furtive glances. (therecoveryvillage.com)
  • In addition, the paranoia that characterizes this personality disorder can make it difficult for them to trust others and even themselves. (hupcfl.com)
  • Paranoia is receiving increasing attention in its own right, since it is a central experience of psychotic disorders and a marker of the health of a society. (nih.gov)
  • After you've listened to Stop Being Paranoid a few times, you will understand a great deal more about how paranoia can affect your life, and what you can do about it. (hypnosisdownloads.com)
  • The American Psychiatric Association's DSM-5 has similar criteria for paranoid personality disorder. (wikipedia.org)
  • The DSM-IV-TR criteria for paranoid personality disorder ( American Psychiatric Association 2000 ) have been criticised for underrepresenting the typical affective and interpersonal features of the disorder, features that give a richer sense of the typical presentation ( Reference Bernstein, Useda, O'Donohue, Fowler and Lilienfield Bernstein 2007 ) ( Box 1 ). (cambridge.org)
  • PPD seems to be more common in families with psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia and delusional disorder. (medlineplus.gov)
  • The disorder appears to be more common in families with psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia and delusional disorder, which suggests genes may be involved. (wikidoc.org)
  • Paranoid personality disorder is closely linked to a family history of Cluster A personality disorders, schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders. (therecoveryvillage.com)
  • The use of cannabis is associated with lower mortality risk in patients with schizophrenia and related psychotic disorders, according to a forthcoming study to be published in the Journal of Psychiatric Research . (norml.org)
  • To our knowledge, this is one of the first studies to examine the risk of mortality with cannabis and alcohol in people with PD (psychotic disorders). (norml.org)
  • To date the association between cannabis use and psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia is not well understood. (norml.org)
  • Other experts have criticized this purported link to be "overstated" and not "particularly compelling ," noting that increased levels of cannabis use by the general public has not yet been positively associated with proportionally rising incidences of schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders. (norml.org)
  • Full text of the study, "Alcohol and cannabis use and mortality in people with schizophrenia and related psychotic disorders," will appear in the Journal of Psychiatric Research. (norml.org)
  • A total of 121 individuals with paranoid ideation were randomized to receive placebo, THC, or THC preceded by a cognitive awareness condition. (nih.gov)
  • The focus of this article is paranoid personality disorder, a condition in which mistrust of other people is the cardinal feature. (cambridge.org)
  • Most paranoid personality disorder symptoms reflect a mistrust in the world and other people. (therecoveryvillage.com)
  • People who express suspicion of others aren't always paranoid, and paranoid personality disorder can only be accurately diagnosed by identifying symptoms that persist for an extended amount of time, which rules out legitimate causes of mistrust. (therecoveryvillage.com)
  • People with paranoid personality disorder may become distrustful and suspicious of others. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • People with this disorder are suspicious and they tend to reinterpret experiences in a negative way. (web4health.info)
  • People with paranoid personality disorder are highly suspicious of other people . (wikidoc.org)
  • It is a personality disorder where you have deed distrust over people without having a proper reason to be suspicious. (myfitbrain.in)
  • People with this disorder tend to be suspicious and mistrustful of others, often believing that others are trying to harm them somehow. (hupcfl.com)
  • Paranoid personality disorder examples include a wide range of behavior. (therecoveryvillage.com)
  • A personality disorder, as defined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of the American Psychiatric Association, Fifth Edition ( DSM-5 ) is an enduring pattern of inner experience and behavior that differs markedly from the expectations of the individual's culture, is pervasive and inflexible, has an onset in adolescence or early adulthood, is stable over time, and leads to distress or impairment. (medscape.com)
  • Personality disorders make up a group of mental illnesses in which a person displays long-term rigid patterns of behavior and thoughts that don't adapt to a wide range of settings. (psychguides.com)
  • Inadmissibility based on a physical or mental disorder is limited to applicants with associated harmful behavior or potentially harmful behavior. (cdc.gov)
  • The Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) provides three grounds of inadmissibility related to substance addiction or abuse, or physical or mental disorders that affect behavior. (cdc.gov)
  • Current physical or mental disorder with associated harmful behavior. (cdc.gov)
  • Current physical or mental disorder with a history of associated harmful behavior if the harmful behavior is likely to recur or lead to other harmful behavior in the future. (cdc.gov)
  • Mental disorders are health conditions that are characterized by alterations in thinking, mood, or behavior (or some combination thereof). (cdc.gov)
  • V" coded conditions listed in the DSM are not diagnoses but are used in clinical practice settings when the focus of clinical attention is on a behavior that is not due to a mental disorder. (cdc.gov)
  • Because these "V" conditions are not mental disorders, they cannot be used in determining if a person has an inadmissible (Class A) health-related condition, regardless of whether there is an associated harmful behavior. (cdc.gov)
  • A severe emotional disorder of psychotic depth characteristically marked by a retreat from reality with delusion formation, HALLUCINATIONS, emotional disharmony, and regressive behavior. (bvsalud.org)
  • Because of the intense feelings and thoughts that having paranoid personality disorder can cause, it may interfere with relationships with family, friends, and coworkers. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • This article covers what paranoid personality disorder involves, how it may affect relationships, and how to cope with it. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • How can paranoid personality disorder affect relationships? (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • Paranoid personality disorder can have a significant impact on relationships. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • This combination of personality disorders can make it even more difficult to navigate relationships. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • Many times in marriage or relationships paranoid personality disorder makes the person angry or hostile towards the partner which can even lead to physical abuse or divorce. (myfitbrain.in)
  • However, the relationships of anatomy, receptors, and neurotransmitters to personality disorders are purely speculative at this point. (medscape.com)
  • As a result, someone with a personality disorder may have difficulty staying employed or maintaining healthy relationships. (psychguides.com)
  • Personality disorders may cause extreme suspicion of others, lack of interest in social relationships, inappropriate emotional responses, and other concerning symptoms 2 . (psychguides.com)
  • Personality disorders are a type of mental disorder that can damage lives and relationships if left undiagnosed and untreated. (psychguides.com)
  • It is not an uncommon disorder, with a prevalence in community samples of around 1.3% ( Reference Torgersen, Oldham, Skodol and Bender Torgersen 2005 ), rising to up to 10% in psychiatric out-patient samples ( Reference Bernstein, Useda and Siever Bernstein 1993 ). (cambridge.org)
  • This study compares the data collected to studies and researchs conducted by the World Health Organization, regarding the prevalence of mental disorders (sex and age), obtaining similar results. (bvsalud.org)
  • Personality disorders differ from other psychiatric disorders in many ways. (therecoveryvillage.com)
  • Frequently, a history of psychiatric disorders is present. (medscape.com)
  • It's a symptom of some psychiatric disorders, for instance. (hypnosisdownloads.com)
  • The formulated product is branded as Mentabinol®, which addresses various psychiatric disorders. (kdvr.com)
  • As with other personality disorders, paranoid personality disorder causes typically fall within one of three categories: genetic, biological or environmental. (therecoveryvillage.com)
  • A genetic contribution to paranoid traits and a possible genetic link between this personality disorder and schizophrenia exist. (wikipedia.org)
  • Features of personality disorders in general can be considered as extreme, maladaptive variants of normal traits ( Reference Widiger, Frances, Costa and Widiger Widiger 2002 ). (cambridge.org)
  • Having paranoid personality traits elevates the risk of developing substance use disorders and significantly impacts people's ability to trust others, including family members and friends who might be trying to provide support. (therecoveryvillage.com)
  • People who have paranoid personality traits are less likely to view them as symptoms and more likely to perceive them as part of their identity or personality. (therecoveryvillage.com)
  • People with paranoid personality disorder usually perceive paranoid personality traits as part of who they are. (therecoveryvillage.com)
  • Having paranoid personality traits elevates the risk of developing substance use disorders and significantly impacts people's ability to trust others and develop a stable social network. (openmindscenter.com)
  • In DM2 group there were no scale with pathological scores, although compulsive and paranoid traits were the most prominent. (nih.gov)
  • However, following personality traits were predominant: compulsive (in patients with higher education) and paranoid (in patients with lower education and earlier age at onset). (nih.gov)
  • A large long-term Norwegian twin study found paranoid personality disorder to be modestly heritable and to share a portion of its genetic and environmental risk factors with the other cluster A personality disorders, schizoid and schizotypal. (wikipedia.org)
  • Although the most common etiologies for personality disorders are multifactorial, these conditions may also be secondary to biologic, developmental, or genetic abnormalities. (medscape.com)
  • The disorder is most often diagnosed in patients with close relatives who suffer from schizophrenia, indicating a likely genetic connection between these two mental health disorders. (pathwaysreallife.com)
  • The fact that PPD is more common in people who have close relatives with schizophrenia suggests a genetic link between the two disorders. (openmindscenter.com)
  • There is also a possibility of a genetic link between schizophrenia and Paranoid Personality Disorder but later on, they found that this isn't strong. (alwaysayurveda.net)
  • The causes of paranoid personality disorder are unknown . (wikidoc.org)
  • There are several other possible causes of paranoid personality disorder. (hupcfl.com)
  • DESYREL® is indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults. (rxlist.com)
  • Studies show that people who use drugs such as marijuana have higher developing paranoid personality disorder rates than those who don't use drugs or drink alcohol regularly. (hupcfl.com)
  • One such distressing psychiatric condition is paranoid personality disorder (PPD) which if not treated, could develop into a chronic condition, usually occurring in people with antisocial personality disorder, mood disorder and schizophrenia to name a few. (psychologenie.com)
  • There may also be developmental or acquired abnormalities in the prefrontal brain systems and reduced autonomic activity in antisocial personality disorder. (medscape.com)
  • This may underlie the low arousal, poor fear conditioning, and decision-making deficits described in antisocial personality disorder. (medscape.com)
  • What are the symptoms of Paranoid personality disorder? (wikidoc.org)
  • One of the symptoms of paranoid personality disorder is to believe that others are trying to harm them. (myfitbrain.in)
  • Among other symptoms of PPD, one of the symptoms of paranoid personality disorder is easily becoming angry or hostile. (myfitbrain.in)
  • One of the symptoms of paranoid personality disorder is suspecting your partner of being unfaithful. (myfitbrain.in)
  • If you recognize symptoms of Paranoid Personality Disorder in someone you care about, you can encourage them to seek professional help and book an appointment with a doctor. (openmindscenter.com)
  • Paranoid Personality Disorder is a psychological disorder in which a patient perceives interpersonal threats without having any sufficient evidence. (alwaysayurveda.net)
  • People with this personality disorder may be hypersensitive, easily insulted, and habitually relate to the world by vigilant scanning of the environment for clues or suggestions that may validate their fears or biases. (wikipedia.org)
  • Cognitive theorists believe the disorder to be a result of an underlying belief that other people are unfriendly in combination with a lack of self-awareness. (wikipedia.org)
  • About 75% of people with paranoid personality disorder also have an additional personality disorder. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • The evidence relating to paranoid personality disorder and risk of violence is summarised and clinically useful guidance for the safe treatment of people with the disorder is outlined. (cambridge.org)
  • For the people around a person with a Paranoid Personality Disorder it seems as if he or she is someone who is often insisting on their rights. (web4health.info)
  • Without reason people with Paranoid Personality Disorder are in doubt about the loyalty and credibility of friends and colleagues. (web4health.info)
  • People with this disorder present themself as very sensitive towards rejection. (web4health.info)
  • People with this disorder have trouble seeing that their distrustfulness is out of proportion to their environment. (wikidoc.org)
  • Overview of Personality Disorders Your personality is your unique way of thinking, understanding, reacting, and relating to people. (merckmanuals.com)
  • People with paranoid personality disorder believe others intend to harm or take advantage of them. (therecoveryvillage.com)
  • People with paranoid personality disorder are more likely to struggle to develop a stable social network. (therecoveryvillage.com)
  • While people with paranoid personality disorder might be opposed to treatment, they can benefit from targeted interventions that challenge their cognitive distortions and help them establish more trust with professionals and peers. (therecoveryvillage.com)
  • The signs of paranoid personality disorder are often more apparent to outside observers than to people who have the disorder. (therecoveryvillage.com)
  • People with the disorder often have histories of childhood trauma combined with family dynamics that were emotionally distant. (therecoveryvillage.com)
  • People with the disorder typically experienced little to no affection growing up and were directly abused or exposed to frequent episodes of violence between their parents. (therecoveryvillage.com)
  • In paranoid personality disorder, you believe that people have a wrong intention towards you, that others mean to demean, harm, and even intend to kill you. (myfitbrain.in)
  • In this section, we will discuss the various symptoms, signs, or hints exhibited by people who suffer from paranoid personality disorder. (myfitbrain.in)
  • Often people with paranoid personality disorder do not consider their partners as faithful or loyal. (myfitbrain.in)
  • Paranoid personality disorder (PPD) is an adverse mental health condition in which a person experiences persistent suspicion of and distrust of other people. (pathwaysreallife.com)
  • Can People With Paranoid Personality Disorder Get Better? (pathwaysreallife.com)
  • Although they are lesser known mental illnesses, many people suffer from personality disorders that affect their daily life. (seasonsmalibu.com)
  • In real life the same sad freak who doesn't have any real life friends because of their extreme personality disorders, can't present as 40-100 people having conversations with themselves, fanning themselves, and attacking others as a group in a forum. (hubpages.com)
  • In this newsletter, we delve into a particular intellectual fitness concern, Paranoid Personality Disorder, to shed mild on how this circumstance can impact people and what measures may be taken to help the ones tormented by it. (thehealthcaredaily.com)
  • People with this disorder have a pervasive, unwarranted sense that others are out to harm them, deceive them, or take advantage of them. (hupcfl.com)
  • However, it is a relatively uncommon condition, and many people who have paranoid personality disorder function reasonably well in society. (hupcfl.com)
  • A paranoid personality disorder is more common among relatives of people with this condition than general. (hupcfl.com)
  • People who are socially isolated or have experienced traumatic events may be at increased risk of developing a paranoid personality disorder. (hupcfl.com)
  • Brain scans have shown differences in the brains of people with paranoid personality disorder compared with healthy people's brains. (hupcfl.com)
  • Still, not all cases since many people with these symptoms do not develop paranoid personality disorder (PPD). (hupcfl.com)
  • According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), people with Paranoid Personality Disorder may interpret things such as "a sarcastic comment" or "a simple greeting" as signs of aggression or hostility. (hupcfl.com)
  • When dealing with people suffering from Paranoid Personality Disorder, it's best to remember that they're not always acting in their own best interest. (hupcfl.com)
  • Paranoid feelings, where you have the sense that other people are out to get you, or are not to be trusted in any respect, are deeply distressing. (hypnosisdownloads.com)
  • When you can calm your emotions and stop feeling paranoid so often, you will notice an improvement in your relations with other people. (hypnosisdownloads.com)
  • Most people who have these disorders don't seek treatment immediately, even if personality disorder treatment program options are available for them. (psychguides.com)
  • What disorder makes people think they hear and see things they dont really see? (sporcle.com)
  • The general principle of manas Roga in Ayurveda is stated as the root cause of any mental disorder is the non-achievement of desired outcomes while receiving undesired out things. (alwaysayurveda.net)
  • Paranoid Personality Disorder (PPD) is a mental disorder that affects about 2.8% of the population in the United States. (hupcfl.com)
  • It was made an analysis of some works of Arthur Bispo do Rosário through a literature review about his life, work and mental disorder. (bvsalud.org)
  • Paranoid personality disorder (PPD) is a mental condition in which a person has a long-term pattern of distrust and suspicion of others. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Paranoid personality disorder involves a pattern of unwarranted suspicion and distrust of others. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • Paranoid personality disorder is a psychiatric condition in which a person has a long-term distrust and suspicion of others , but does not have a full-blown psychotic disorder such as schizophrenia . (wikidoc.org)
  • In this largest study of intravenous THC, it was definitively demonstrated that the drug triggers paranoid thoughts in vulnerable individuals. (nih.gov)
  • Acute THC consumption can trigger paranoid thoughts in vulnerable individuals. (kdvr.com)
  • Individuals may have more than 1 personality disorder. (medscape.com)
  • Particularly in response to stress, individuals with this disorder may experience very brief psychotic episodes (lasting minutes to hours). (openmindscenter.com)
  • Individuals who visited the ER for substance-induced psychosis had a 160% greater risk of developing a schizophrenia spectrum disorder (SSD) compared with the general population, new research shows. (medscape.com)
  • While other mental health conditions can develop in later years, childhood influences frequently drive personality disorders, which arise by late adolescence or early adulthood and persist over time. (therecoveryvillage.com)
  • The symptoms of this disorder, usually appear in early adulthood. (psychologenie.com)
  • Keep in mind that to be a personality disorder, symptoms have been present for an extended period of time, are inflexible and pervasive, and are not a result of alcohol or drugs or another psychiatric disorder - - the history of symptoms can be traced back to adolescence or at least early adulthood - - the symptoms have caused and continue to cause significant distress or negative consequences in different aspects of the person's life. (bpdfamily.com)
  • I, who is the editor of this magazine and had been working within the health region for almost 3 years, fell prey to depression and disorders at some point. (thehealthcaredaily.com)
  • This article presents a summary of the key diagnostic issues relating to paranoid personality disorder and describes various psychological and social processes mooted to be central to the genesis of paranoid thinking and behaviours. (cambridge.org)
  • Like other personality disorders, paranoid personality disorder is diagnosed based on a psychological evaluation and the history and severity of the symptoms. (wikidoc.org)
  • Paranoid Personality Disorder is characterised by ample psychological concerns. (alwaysayurveda.net)
  • In the book he describes how psychologists and psychiatrists have recently identified three psychological disorders from which a small proportion of humans suffer. (dissidentvoice.org)
  • 2021. https://www.tabers.com/tabersonline/view/Tabers-Dictionary/753766/all/paranoid_disorder. (tabers.com)
  • Schizoid, schizotypal and paranoid personality disorder have been called the "eccentric" personality disorders and share features in common with psychotic disorder schizophrenia. (therecoveryvillage.com)
  • It is a kind of eccentric personality disorder. (myfitbrain.in)
  • Paranoid personality disorder is a neglected topic in clinical psychiatry, and is often the subject of diagnostic confusion and therapeutic pessimism. (cambridge.org)
  • Paranoid personality disorder is one of the three Cluster A personality disorders listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). (therecoveryvillage.com)
  • Doctors usually diagnose personality disorders based on criteria in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition ( DSM-5 ), published by the American Psychiatric Association and then forms a treatment plan. (openmindscenter.com)
  • The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-V) lists 10 separate personality disorders. (psychguides.com)
  • Be aware that these conditions are also commonly found in the general population at large, but the determination of whether or not a true disorder is present depends on the severity and number of the diagnostic criteria found. (deltabravo.net)
  • They reflect the current medical knowledge and standards of the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). (cdc.gov)
  • In the most recent publication of the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) [2] , these five subtypes have been removed, due to concerns relating to the validity and stability of these diagnoses [3] . (mentalhealth.com)
  • It will restructure diagnostic groups to bring disorders that are similar in underlying vulnerabilities and symptom characteristics under the same headings. (medscape.com)
  • As a result, it was recorded 416 patients served by the unit, a total of 746 attendances and diagnostic hypotheses, assignment of 55 mental disorders. (bvsalud.org)
  • Drug (substance) abuse or addiction (medically identified as a "substance use disorder") of any of the substances listed in Section 202 of the Controlled Substances Act ( Appendix C ). (cdc.gov)
  • Bipolar disorder is usually treated with a combination of medications and therapy. (hillcrest.university)
  • Prior to initiating treatment with DESYREL or another antidepressant, screen patients for a personal or family history of bipolar disorder, mania, or hypomania [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS ]. (rxlist.com)
  • Mood disorders in first-degree relatives are strongly linked. (medscape.com)
  • It may be helpful to start the conversation by explaining what paranoid disorder is and its potential implications for the person's life. (englishliteraturepapers.com)
  • Some personality disorders also cause increased impulsivity or aggression. (psychguides.com)
  • The model has been used to describe the different accepted types of personality disorders. (medscape.com)
  • Paranoid personality disorder can lead to unwarranted distrust, jealousy, and feelings of persecution by others. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • To someone with paranoid personality disorder, their feelings are real. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • You don't have to have a psychiatric problem to experience paranoid feelings, however. (hypnosisdownloads.com)
  • An international team of investigators from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and Inje University in South Korea assessed the impact of a lifetime history substance use on mortality in 762 subjects with schizophrenia or related disorders. (norml.org)
  • Primary prevention efforts aimed at reducing substance use and substance use disorders could substantially reduce the population-level burden of chronic psychoses," the investigators write. (medscape.com)
  • Our findings also highlight the need for targeted secondary prevention providing early intervention and reducing substance use in the highest-risk groups, which may delay or prevent transition to schizophrenia spectrum disorders. (medscape.com)