Psychotic Disorders
What are Psychotic Disorders?
Psychotic disorders are serious mental health conditions that affect a person's thoughts, perceptions, and behaviors. People with psychosis may experience delusions (false beliefs) and hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren’t there).
Common psychotic disorders include schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and brief psychotic disorder. Early diagnosis and treatment are critical to improving outcomes and quality of life.
Symptoms of Psychotic Disorders
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Delusions (strong beliefs not based in reality)
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Hallucinations (hearing, seeing, or feeling things that others don’t)
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Disorganized thinking and speech
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Difficulty concentrating
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Loss of interest in daily activities
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Social withdrawal
Treatment Options
Treatment for psychotic disorders typically includes antipsychotic medications, psychotherapy, and community support. Consistent treatment can help manage symptoms and improve functioning.
CalmCare provides medication management only and partners with multiple therapy providers. We are happy to refer patients to therapy partners as both medication and therapy play essential roles in managing psychotic disorders.
Commonly Used Medications
Invega Sustenna:
a once-monthly injectable used for schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder.
Aristada:
an extended-release injectable aripiprazole for schizophrenia.
Risperidone (oral):
commonly prescribed oral antipsychotic for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and autism-related irritability.
Caplyta (oral):
used daily for treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar depression.
Abilify Maintena:
a long-acting injectable aripiprazole for schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder.
Lybalvi:
an oral medication combining olanzapine and samidorphan for schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder.
Zyprexa:
brand name for olanzapine, used for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Cobenfy:
newer long-acting injectable used to manage schizophrenia.
Abilify Asimtufii:
a two-month injectable formulation of aripiprazole for schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder.
Abilify (oral):
daily oral aripiprazole used in various psychotic and mood disorders.
Latuda:
oral antipsychotic often used for schizophrenia and bipolar depression.
Clozapine:
oral antipsychotic reserved for treatment-resistant schizophrenia. Requires regular blood monitoring but can be highly effective.
Benefits of Medication Adherence
Staying consistent with prescribed medications is key to managing psychotic disorders effectively. Adherence improves the chances of long-term stability and prevents relapse.
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Reduced frequency and severity of psychotic episodes
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Lower risk of hospitalization or emergency care
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Improved relationships and ability to function daily
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Better engagement in therapy and recovery goals
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Enhanced overall quality of life and safety
CalmCare supports patients with compassionate medication management and coordinates with therapists for continuity of care.
Benefits of Long-Acting Injectables (LAIs)
Long-acting injectable antipsychotics (LAIs) are effective for individuals who may struggle with daily oral medication adherence. These are administered every few weeks or months.
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Improved medication adherence with fewer missed doses
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Steady, consistent medication levels
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Reduced risk of relapse and hospitalization
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Less frequent need for daily routines
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Convenient administration by a provider
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Enhanced long-term outcomes and quality of life
CalmCare offers support with various LAIs and works with each patient to find the best option.
