What is toxic psychosis?

Substance-induced psychosis (commonly known as toxic psychosis or drug-induced psychosis) is a form of psychosis that is attributed to substance use. It is a psychosis that results from the effects of chemicals or drugs, including those produced by the body itself.

What mental illness has a symptom of refusing to communicate?

Selective mutism is a severe anxiety disorder where a person is unable to speak in certain social situations, such as with classmates at school or to relatives they do not see very often.

What is mentally ill chemical abuser?

An adult who has both a mental illness and a substance abuse disorder. MICA is also a program funded by the New York State Office of Mental Health that provides services to this population.

Can you hide mental illness?

The reality is that many people hide their mental illness under a mask of happiness. Some may not feel comfortable to reveal how they truly feel; others might do it as a coping mechanism. For whatever reason, don’t tell someone they seem “fine” just because they’re laughing along at your jokes.

Is there really no service for mental health?

When people talk about the failings of the mental health service, I scream inside: “There is no service! There is nobody there for you.” The mental health service is not just failing, it is not there. That I am able to write this is not because of the NHS.

What happened to the experienced mental health GP I trusted?

The experienced mental health GP I trusted had just retired. The psychiatrist who had previously helped me was about to retire. Worse, it turned out a second psychiatrist in the area was also retiring, and another was on sick leave. The GP told me, though the primary care trust later denied it, that there were no psychiatrists I could see.

How do I talk to my GP about my hallucinations?

Speak to your GP about how the medication is affecting you, so you can discuss the possibility of switching to another medicine. Some people experience hallucinations just as they’re falling asleep (hypnagogic), or as they start to wake up (hypnopompic).

Can a GP visit a relative without their consent?

A GP may contact your relative to invite them for a checkup or they may agree to visit your relative at home. Although this is unlikely to happen without your relative’s consent. The GP might need to share the information you give with your relative. You might worry that this will affect your relationship or trust.