Life is full of change and events. Some of them make us happy, others make us unhappy, and still others completely knock the ground out from under our feet. To keep one’s mind in a situation when the whole world is collapsing is incredibly difficult, and, unfortunately, not everyone succeeds. The consequence of this are various mental disorders.
One of them is acute polymorphic
psychotic disorder. It is possible to cure it if you turn to a specialist in time, but for this you need to know the reasons that stimulate its occurrence, as well as the symptoms of the disease.
Reasons for the appearance
How does acute polymorphic psychotic disorder occur? The reasons for its occurrence are associated with a strong emotional shock that simply knocks the soil out of one's legs, deprives one of the ability to adequately assess the situation, and even, in a sense, destroys the familiar world.
It is impossible to establish a complete list of the reasons that may lead to the appearance of this disease, however, its approximate version does occur. Acute polymorphic psychotic disorder develops against the background of:
- death of relatives (family members, relatives, friends);
- various situations during which a person is subjected to violence (it can be rape, assault, beating, and so on);
- passion for narcotic substances;
- lack of sleep for a long time;
- overwork;
- unrequited, hard-lived love;
- failure of the exam.
So, acute polymorphic psychotic disorder, as you can see, can occur both against the background of really serious reasons in the form of the death of loved ones, rape, beating, drugs, and, it would seem, at first glance, against the background of completely trifling. It all depends on the perception of each individual person, it happens that for some failure in the exam is tantamount to their own death.
What else could be the reason?
Based on possible causes, you should pay attention to the importance of a healthy regimen. Acute polymorphic psychotic disorder can occur due to numerous night wakefulness amid overwork. Even if they do not serve as his cause, then in any case they are unlikely to add health to you.
In addition, you should pay attention to the fact that constant nervous tension cannot serve as a reason for the appearance of the disease, it only gradually shakes mental health. The reason can be only sudden, unexpected events that give the final impetus.
Symptoms
How does acute polymorphic psychotic disorder manifest itself? Symptoms of this disease are different. All of them are difficult to list. Since many of them depend on whether an acute polymorphic psychotic disorder occurs with signs of schizophrenia or without it.
However, regardless of this, a number of “common” symptoms can be distinguished.
First of all, these include nervous breakdowns. They represent a sudden change in the mood and condition of a person. Anyone who was calm and complacent a moment ago now falls into a state of rage for no reason at all or with a reason that is in no way appropriate.
If this symptom occurs, you should wait for the relative calm of the person and send him to an appointment with a specialist who can diagnose and prescribe the appropriate treatment.
The next symptom is hallucinations. They can be expressed in various forms. Most often with this disease - in the auditory.
Pursuit mania is also a fairly common symptom.
The patient may become delirious, his perception of time or events may be impaired. This is quite common in people who have lost their loved ones. For example, a person may forget that his father is dead and refuse to perceive this fact as reality.
Speech and thoughts in a sick person can also suffer and be slowed down. For example, when communicating with a patient, it may seem to you that he does not pay attention to your words, does not react to them at all, but after a few minutes he can answer.
If you notice similar symptoms in yourself or in a person you know, perhaps this is an acute polymorphic psychotic disorder. In this case, you need to contact a psychiatrist for diagnosis. He will diagnose and determine if such a disease has arisen, it passes with or without schizophrenia.
Each of the forms of the disease has its own symptoms. They help to distinguish between them. Do not try to make a diagnosis yourself, without the help of a professional. This is because the symptoms are mostly similar. Of course, there are differences between them, but often they are small and the line between them can only be drawn by a person who specializes in mental problems.
Symptoms of the disease with signs of schizophrenia
Consider in more detail how acute polymorphic psychotic disorder occurs with symptoms of schizophrenia. The first feature of the disease with symptoms of schizophrenia is that it goes away without bright bouts of aggression. The following symptoms are most characteristic:
- delirium;
- hallucinations;
- anxiety;
- distraction;
- loss in time;
- physical activity.
They appear within two weeks from the day of the event that triggered the disease.
It takes three months to treat this type of disease. If during this period it does not pass, then you need to undergo a second diagnosis, because, probably, you were given the wrong diagnosis.
Psychiatrists recommend periodically checking for this disease for people prone to schizophrenia. In addition, they recommend preventative treatment.
Schizophrenia-Free Disease
An acute polymorphic psychotic disorder without symptoms of schizophrenia is characterized by the following manifestations:
- persecution mania;
- a constant sense of fear;
- a constant feeling of anxiety;
- hallucinations;
- an excited state;
- a person may stop recognizing previously familiar people;
- retardation in thinking;
- retardation in speech.
Features of treatment and diagnosis
A feature of the diagnosis of this disease is that it should take place when the patient is in the most balanced state possible. It should be carried out in a personal meeting of the patient and the doctor.
The patient must spend at least forty-eight hours with the doctor so that he can fully assess his condition and make a diagnosis.
How is acute polymorphic psychotic disorder treated? Treatment can be prescribed by a psychiatrist only after a diagnosis is made and the disease is determined.
Most often, medications are involved in the treatment. Among them, drugs are used that improve blood supply to the brain, containing B vitamins, sleeping pills, and antipsychotics.
It is important to consider that outpatient treatment is best minimized. It is better that the patient is under medical control. In addition, it is necessary that he does not remain alone. To recover, loneliness is strictly contraindicated.
After the course of treatment, there is every chance for the patient to be corrected, after three to four months the doctor can remove the diagnosis of acute polymorphic psychotic disorder.
The treatment is influenced not only by medicines, but also by nutrition. To speed up recovery, it is recommended to eat more fruits (preferably daily), white chicken, white meat of turkey, tuna, legumes, eggs, boiled corn.
Food should be fractional. You need to eat in small portions at least four to five times a day. In order for the treatment to be effective, you need to make a diagnosis in time. Acute polymorphic psychotic disorder is not a sentence.
The consequences of ignoring the disease
Regardless of what form of acute polymorphic psychotic disorder the patient has, he needs a complete complex treatment, which includes medications, daily routine, diet, communication with friends and relatives who provide support.
It is impossible to ignore the disease, otherwise sad consequences may occur.
In the absence of therapy, the disease can lead to personality degradation. That is, a person has problems with motor activity, consciousness gets confused, he loses his memory. Moreover, in especially advanced cases, a person may lose the ability to think.
Hallucinations are considered the most dangerous consequence of ignoring the disease, during which the patient speaks of a mission that he must complete. Most often this is a suicide mission. However, he can harm not only himself, but also those around him who will be near at the wrong time or try to help.
Therefore, if you notice similar symptoms in your loved one, be sure to show it to a specialist. Reinsurance in this case will not be superfluous.
You can’t let everything go by itself; control is important in this matter.
Disease prevention
To prevent a disease is always easier than to treat it. However, the prevention of this ailment is rather difficult. This is due to the fact that it occurs suddenly, against the background of a strong emotional shock. However, the basis that prepares the nervous system for the disease is stress, lack of sleep, poor nutrition. Therefore, prevention is still possible.
In case of stress, drink sedatives, preferably of plant origin.
Optimism is a best friend. Forget about negative thoughts, they adversely affect the nervous system.
Mode
Advice on the regime will be useful. Acute polymorphic psychotic disorder can occur in connection with a systematic violation of the regime of work and rest. To avoid mental disorders, go to bed and get up at the same time. Healthy sleep is necessary, it is recommended to sleep eight hours a day. Moreover, in order to make the dream as effective as possible, you need to sleep in a ventilated room, in the dark and silence.
Walking in the fresh air will also positively affect the body.
Proper nutrition will improve both the immune system and your mood.
Last, but by no means least. If something bad happened to you, do not worry about it alone. Share with family, friends, family. It is their support that will give you strength and allow you to move on.