Myths and false commonly held beliefs about psychosis are one of the most damaging reasons why people delay in seeking treatment. They breed stigma and misunderstanding. Take a look through this list and help us to #HELP you eliminate these unnecessary fears - either to benefit you or a loved one. It can make a difference in accessing treatment faster, it can make a difference in achieving recovery faster.
1) People with psychosis are usually violent
1) People with psychosis are usually violent
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The majority of people who have a psychosis are not violent at all, and most people who commit acts of violence are not suffering from psychosis
2) People with psychosis have a "split" personality
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Behaviour changes during psychosis are not evidence of split/multiple personality - this is a different condition.
3) Psychosis is linked to the full moon
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4) Everyone who has a psychotic illness will develop schizophrenia
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Psychosis can be the result of both physical and mental illnesses and does not mean you will develop schizophrenia. Some people only ever experience one episode of psychosis.
5) People with psychosis have something wrong with their personality or intelligence
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Most people with psychosis have entirely normal personalities and intelligence. When they are well, they are as intelligent, and as decent, responsible, kind and caring as anyone else.
6) If you have psychosis, it's the end of the line for you
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Simply not true. With the right treatments, many people make a very good recovery and lead a full and productive life
References:
1. Prepwellness.org - Myths vs The Facts. 2015. [ONLINE] Available at: http://prepwellness.org/myths-vs-the-facts/. [Accessed 10 March 2015].
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