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What Is Psychosis?

Psychosis is a state of mind in which the person has lost contact with reality. It can range from hallucinations, where a person sees or hears things that are not there, to delusions and false beliefs that persist even after being shown evidence to the contrary.

What Does Ayurveda Say About Psychosis?

In Ayurveda, psychosis is considered "Unmada," or disturbance of the mind. According to Ayurveda, your mental health is tied to the balance of three energies or doshas: Vata, Pitta and Kapha. When these doshas get out of balance, mental disturbances like psychosis can happen.

This balance can be restored through ayurvedic treatment using natural methods. This includes using specific herbs for their calming and mind-strengthening effects, making lifestyle changes for mental health and yoga and meditation for overall well-being.

Ayurveda approaches imbalance from the roots, rather than treating the symptoms only. Jiva’s certified Ayurvedic doctors develop customised treatment plans specific to your body’s Prakriti and lifestyle based on your mental harmony and quality of life.

So, if you're displaying symptoms of psychosis, it is time to consult a Jiva certified expert for the ayurvedic treatment of psychosis

Types of Psychosis

Psychosis can occur in a number of different ways based on what is the true cause behind it. Knowing the types of psychosis can help you understand what is happening if you or someone near you is displaying signs and symptoms.

These are the main kinds of psychosis:

1. Brief Psychotic Disorder

This type of psychosis is sudden and lasts for some days to a few weeks. It may happen after a significant stressful event like the death of a family member, accident or a major life change. You may feel confused, see or hear something that isn't there, or act differently. The good news with this kind is that most people recover fully from this condition after the stress is managed.

2. Substance-Induced Psychosis

You may experience psychotic symptoms such as hallucinations or delusions in case you take alcohol, drugs or certain medicines. Such drugs include cocaine, meth, LSD and powerful painkillers. Sometimes, psychosis also occurs when you stop using alcohol or drugs suddenly. Often, the symptoms go away after your body clears these substances but you still require Ayurvedic medical care.

3. Organic or Medical Psychosis

This happens when something goes wrong inside your brain because of some illness, injury, or infection. For example, a head injury, stroke, brain tumor, or health issues like multiple sclerosis or dementia can trigger psychosis. It's your brain telling you something is not right medically.

4. Psychosis in Mental Health Disorders

Schizophrenia: A chronic condition where psychosis is a core symptom. You might hear voices, see things, or have beliefs that differ from the actual reality. Many people think that psychosis and schizophrenia are the same condition, but that is not the case.
Bipolar Disorder: You might feel very powerful or very low during manic or depressive episodes and even experience hallucinations.
Severe Depression (Psychotic Depression): You may feel hopeless and think things like "I'm getting punished" or "Everyone is against me."

Causes of Psychosis

Psychosis is not really a disease in itself but a group of symptoms that could show up for a number of reasons. are some of the common causes of psychosis:

Genetics

A family history of Psychosis or other mental health conditions can increase your risk.

Chemical Imbalance in the Brain

The chemicals that transfer the signals between the brain cells may be imbalanced, which may result in Psychosis.

Substance-Induced Psychosis

Alcohol and drug abuse may lead to Psychosis or exacerbate the symptoms

These include:

Recreational drugs like LSD, cocaine or meth.
High dose steroids or stimulants.
Alcohol withdrawal, especially in people who drink heavily and then stop suddenly.

Stressful Life Events

This can include:

Loss of a family member, loss of money or significant life changes might be triggers.
Past trauma, if untreated, may resurface as psychotic episodes.
Over time, high stress or anxiety may also make you lose grip over reality.

Mental Health conditions: Some psychiatric conditions are the most common cause for psychosis. If you have schizophrenia, bipolar disorders or severe depression, you may experience hallucinations or delusions.

Medical Conditions: Certain health problems that affect your brain or body can also cause psychosis. These include:

Brain infections like encephalitis or meningitis.
Dementia or Alzheimer's disease, particularly among the older people.
Thyroid problems (when your thyroid is overactive or underactive).
Vitamin deficiencies especially Vitamin B12 or B1.
Neurological conditions like multiple sclerosis or stroke.

Injuries: A serious head injury or brain trauma can also lead to psychosis. If you have previously suffered from a concussion or brain injury, it might affect how your brain processes information.