Life is full of changes and events. Some of them make us happy, others make us unhappy, and still others completely knock the ground out from under our feet. It is incredibly difficult to keep your mind in a situation where the whole world around is collapsing, and, unfortunately, not everyone succeeds. The consequence of this are various mental disorders.
One of them is an acute polymorphic psychotic disorder. It can be cured 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 appearance
How does acute polymorphic psychotic disorder occur? The reasons for its appearance are connected with the severe mental shock suffered, which simply knocks the ground out from under the feet, deprives the ability to adequately assess the situation and even in a sense destroys the familiar world.
Install fullthe list of causes that can lead to the appearance of this disease is impossible, but its approximate version takes place. 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);
- addiction to drugs;
- lack of sleep for a long time;
- overwork;
- unrequited, hard-lived love;
- failed the exam.
So, acute polymorphic psychotic disorder, as you can see, can occur both against the background of really serious causes 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 ones. It all depends on the perception of each individual, it happens that for some, failing an exam is tantamount to their own death.
What else could be the cause?
Based on possible causes, the importance of a he althy regimen should be emphasized. Acute polymorphic psychotic disorder may occur due to numerous nocturnal wakefulness against the background of overwork. Even if they do not cause it, they are unlikely to add he alth to you anyway.
In addition, you should pay attention to the fact that constant nervous tension cannot causedisease, it only gradually undermines mental he alth. The reason can only be sudden, unexpected events that give the final push.
Symptoms
How does acute polymorphic psychotic disorder manifest itself? The symptoms of this disease are varied. It is rather difficult to list all of them. Since many of them depend on whether an acute polymorphic psychotic disorder occurs with or without signs of schizophrenia.
However, regardless of this, a number of "general" symptoms can be identified.
First of all, they include nervous breakdowns. They represent a sudden change in the mood and state of a person. The one who a moment ago was calm and complacent, now falls into a state of rage for absolutely no reason or with a reason in no way appropriate.
If this symptom occurs, you should wait for the person to be relatively calm and send him to an appointment with a specialist who can diagnose and prescribe appropriate treatment.
The next symptom is hallucinations. They can be expressed in various forms. Most often with this disease - in the auditory.
Persecution mania is also a fairly common symptom.
The patient may become delirious, his perception of time or events may be disturbed. This is quite common in people who have lost their loved ones. For example, a person may forget that his father has died and refuse to accept this fact as reality.
The speech and thoughts of the sick person may 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 in any way, but after a few minutes he can answer.
If you notice similar symptoms in yourself or someone you know, this may be an acute polymorphic psychotic disorder. In this case, you need to contact a psychiatrist for diagnosis. He will make a diagnosis and determine if such a disease has arisen, it goes away with or without schizophrenia.
Each form of the disease has its own symptoms. It is they who help to distinguish them. Do not try to diagnose 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 only a person specializing in mental problems can draw the line between them.
Symptoms of the disease with signs of schizophrenia
Learn more about how an acute polymorphic psychotic disorder with symptoms of schizophrenia proceeds. The first feature of the disease with symptoms of schizophrenia is that it passes without bright attacks of aggression. The most typical symptoms are:
- nonsense;
- hallucinations;
- anxiety;
- distraction;
- loss in time;
- motor activity.
They appear within two weeks from the date of the event that provoked the disease.
For the treatment of this typeillness needs three months. If during this period it does not go away, then you need to re-diagnose, because you probably got the wrong diagnosis.
Psychiatrists recommend that people prone to schizophrenia be periodically tested for this disease. In addition, they recommend preventive treatment.
Disease without signs of schizophrenia
Acute polymorphic psychotic disorder without symptoms of schizophrenia is characterized by the following manifestations:
- persecution mania;
- constant feeling of fear;
- constant feeling of anxiety;
- hallucinations;
- excited state;
- a person may stop recognizing people he previously knew;
- retardation in thinking;
- slowness in speech.
Features of treatment and diagnosis
The peculiarity 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 at a personal meeting between 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 the diagnosis anddisease identified.
Most often, medications are involved in the treatment. Among them, drugs are used that improve the blood supply to the brain, containing B vitamins, sleeping pills, antipsychotics.
It is important to consider that outpatient treatment is best kept to a minimum. It is better that the patient is under medical supervision. In addition, it is necessary that he does not remain alone. For recovery, loneliness is strictly contraindicated.
After the course of treatment, there is every chance for the patient to improve, after three to four months the doctor can remove the diagnosis of "acute polymorphic psychotic disorder".
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 meat, white meat 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, it is necessary to make a diagnosis in time. Acute polymorphic psychotic disorder is not a sentence.
The consequences of ignoring the disease
No matter what form of acute polymorphic psychotic disorder the patient has, he needs a full complex treatment, which includes medication, daily routine, diet, communication with friends and family who provide support.
It is impossible to ignore the disease, otherwise sadconsequences.
In the absence of therapy, the disease can lead to personality degradation. That is, a person has problems with motor activity, consciousness is confused, he loses his memory. Moreover, in especially advanced cases, a person may lose the ability to think.
The most dangerous consequence of ignoring the disease are hallucinations, during which the patient talks about the mission that he must complete. Most often this is a suicidal mission. However, he can harm not only himself, but also those around him who will be there 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
Preventing a disease is always easier than treating it. However, the prevention of this disease is quite 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, and malnutrition. Therefore, prevention is still possible.
In case of stress, drink sedatives, preferably of plant origin.
Optimism is your best friend. Forget about negative thoughts, they adversely affect the nervous system.
Mode
It would be useful advice on the regime. Acutepolymorphic psychotic disorder may 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. He althy sleep is essential, it is recommended to sleep eight hours a day. Moreover, in order for sleep to be as effective as possible, you need to sleep in a ventilated room, in darkness and silence.
Walking in the fresh air will also have a positive effect on the body.
Proper nutrition will improve both your immune system and your mood.
And last but not least. If something bad happens to you, don't go through it alone. Share with family, friends, family. It is their support that will give you strength and allow you to move on.
