Psychotic

usgb/saɪˈkɑːtɪk/
adjective

Related to a severe mental disorder where a person cannot think or understand things in a normal way.

The patient was diagnosed with a psychotic disorder.
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Often appears as...

  • psychotic behavior
  • psychotic symptoms

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Medical Condition

Reserved for severe mental health conditions. Not for everyday problems or mood swings.

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He was suffering from a psychotic break, losing touch with reality.
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Serious Implications

Indicates a person experiencing hallucinations or delusions.

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During her psychotic state, she heard voices that weren't there.
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Professional Diagnosis

Only a doctor or psychiatrist can properly diagnose someone as psychotic.

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After the evaluation, the psychiatrist explained he was experiencing a psychotic disorder.
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