Hearing or seeing things others do not
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Schizophrenia & Psychosis Care
Hallucinations, suspiciousness, unusual beliefs, disorganised behaviour or marked withdrawal.
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Understanding the concern
The experience matters as much as the label.
Psychosis can have several psychiatric, medical and substance-related causes. Early, respectful assessment is important for safety, symptom control and recovery.
You do not need to identify the condition yourself before consulting. Begin with what has changed, how long it has continued and how it is affecting everyday life.
Strong suspiciousness or unusual beliefs
Confused speech or behaviour
Withdrawal and decline in self-care
What assessment considers
A symptom can have more than one explanation.
The pattern
When symptoms began, their frequency, severity and effect on work, study, sleep or relationships.
Health and medicines
Physical illness, prescribed medicines, substances and relevant investigations where needed.
Life context
Recent changes, stress, family observations, support systems and the person’s own priorities.
Safety and urgency
Any immediate concern involving self-harm, severe agitation, confusion or inability to remain safe.
How care may help
A treatment plan should make sense in real life.
Care is decided after assessment. Depending on the concern, it may include clear explanations, practical changes, psychotherapy guidance, medication or coordination with another specialist.
Questions people often ask before consulting
When is urgent assessment needed?
Urgent evaluation is appropriate when a person is very agitated, confused, unsafe, unable to care for themselves or threatening harm.
Urgent help: If there is immediate danger, suicidal intent, severe confusion, violent behaviour or inability to remain safe, contact local emergency services or go to the nearest emergency department.