Question 1

what can cause psychosis and what is the treatment?

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Many possibilities: Depends on what specific symptoms. Paranoia, hallucinations, delusions? Drugs such as amphetamines, cocaine, even MJ or opiates. Can be associated with depression or other mental illness. Some medications esp steroids. Anything that effects the brain. There are many treatments. Talk to your doctor. Probably need to see psychiatrist

Question 2

what causes psychosis?

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???????: that is the million dollar question. however, people with genertic preparedness can develop psychosis under stresss. also certain meds and chemicals can increase the risk and at times precipitate psychosis. i.e.  stimulants such as those used to treat ASHD, Cannabinoids increase the risk of psychosis by 700%... other street drugs may do so as well

Question 3

can working with mk801 cause psychosis?

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Ingestion: Not sure what you mean by "working with" but certainly there are risks from ingestion, see: http://sgoti.Ws/ytlhwg.

Question 4

my question is what causes permanent psychosis?

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Many causes: That are known, and then many more that are yet to be learned.  Keep in mind also that psychosis is usually not permanent.  Voices and other hallucinations come and go, for example.  Take the example of psychosis due to drug use, is that a permanent psychosis?  It depends on whether the person keeps on using the hallucinogenic drug.

Question 5

can anyone tell me what causes permanent psychosis?

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Anything...: ...that damages the brain can potentially cause psychosis.

Psychosis is when the brain/mind have lost touch with reality, and paranoia, delusions, hallucinations and disorganized thinking can occur.

Common causes are chronic drug abuse, alcoholism, dementia and some psychiatric illnesses.

Question 6

what are the mental illnesses that can cause psychosis?

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Schizophrenia et al.: Psychosis, or impaired contact with reality, as with hallucinations or delusions, is a possible symptom of many mental disorders and can also be caused by substances or prescription medications (side-effects).  While psychosis is perhaps most associated with schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, it can also occur in patients with depressive and bipolar disorders.

Question 7

what are some causes of psychosis and how is it treated?

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Psychosis: Psychosis may be caused by drug intoxication, it can occur with mood disorders (severe major depression, mania), psychotic disorders (like schizophrenia, shizoaffective disorder, schizophreniform disorder etc) or as the result of physical conditions. It is often treated with atypical antipsychotic medications or neuroleptic medications.

Question 8

which tests should i ask for in order to determine the cause of my psychosis?

Accepted Answer

Wrong Question: The better question is what is the cause of my problem.  If you ask for tests, you may not get an accurate response to the real question.  There are many tests, some of which are similar.  One must have specialized knowledge to determine which is the best in a particular situation.

Question 9

what causes postpartum psychosis?

Accepted Answer

Hormones, genes.: 2% of the population have psychosis at one time of their lives, and postpartum periods are particularly likely to exacerbate underlying psychopathology because of the profound hormonal fluxes that occur. Prompt medical attention is essential to avoid dire outcomes!

Question 10

does petit mal cause psychosis.

Accepted Answer

Petite mal: No , petite mal does not cause psychosis.

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