Psychosis
Psychosis can lead to feelings of isolation, fear and hopelessness. If you or a loved one is suffering from a psychotic disorder, it is essential to seek diagnosis and treatment. Wesley Hospital can help.
The effects of a psychotic disorder
The symptoms of psychosis can include hallucinations, hearing voices, thought disorder, paranoia, delusions and disorganised behaviour.
Wesley Hospital’s treatment program for psychosis
Wesley Hospital provides compassionate and secure in-patient care for patients with psychosis, with treatment most commonly combining medication and psychotherapy.
Wesley Hospital’s post-treatment assistance for psychosis
Wesley Hospital’s highly regarded post-treatment program offers quality care informed by the latest research, and includes post-treatment strategies to help ensure ongoing recovery.
Wesley Hospital can also help you link up with external resources, and we have suggestions for further reading if you would like to learn more about psychotic depression, schizophrenia treatment and psychotherapy. You can also learn the answers to frequently asked questions and find more information in our fact sheet.
Seeking help from Wesley Hospital
Psychosis is a serious mental illness, affecting around three in 100 Australians. If properly diagnosed and treated with a combination of medication and therapy, people with psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia can recover and lead fulfilled and productive lives.
To discuss the treatment options for psychosis that are right for you, contact Wesley Hospital.
