Psychotic

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Medical ConditionPlay
Reserved for severe mental health conditions. Not for everyday problems or mood swings. SlideHe was suffering from a psychotic break, losing touch with reality.
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Serious ImplicationsPlay
Indicates a person experiencing hallucinations or delusions. SlideDuring her psychotic state, she heard voices that weren't there.
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Professional DiagnosisPlay
Only a doctor or psychiatrist can properly diagnose someone as psychotic. SlideAfter the evaluation, the psychiatrist explained he was experiencing a psychotic disorder.