How We Treat
Specialized treatment, tailored for youth
Psychosis manifests differently at various life stages. Our providers work closely with you or your child to develop a personalized treatment plan focused on overall well-being.
Self Scheduling
Available to all patients, providing greater flexibility and convenience without the need to make a phone call.
Virtual Appointments
Allowing our Youth-Link providers to see patients in the places where they feel safest and most comfortable.
Secure Messaging
Accessible through our patient portal, enabling patients and legal guardians to securely message their provider at any time.
Specialized Providers
Providers are assigned based on the patient’s age and their specific symptoms, ensuring specialized, tailored care for each individual.
Digital Documentation
Providing a single location for all forms to be completed and accessed. Everything is available in your patient portal.
Extended Benefits
Offering telehealth services, bringing vital mental health care to Arizona communities that lack local access to adolescent psychiatric support.
Condition
Psychosis
Our expert providers work closely with patients to create personalized treatment plans for psychosis, incorporating behavioral strategies and, when suitable, medication management. Our goal is to help individuals manage their symptoms, enhance daily functioning, and achieve overall well-being.
What is Psychosis?
Psychosis is characterized by a disconnection from reality, which may include hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren't there) and delusions (strong beliefs that are not based in reality). Individuals with psychosis may also have disorganized thoughts, difficulty concentrating, and trouble distinguishing between what is real and what is not.
Approximately 1-3% of adolescents experience a psychotic episode, with the onset typically occurring in late adolescence or early adulthood.
Types of Psychosis
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Brief Reactive Psychosis: A short-term condition that usually follows a stressful event, such as a traumatic experience. Symptoms last less than a month and often resolve on their own.
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Schizophrenia: A chronic and severe form of psychosis that includes symptoms such as delusions, hallucinations, disorganized thinking, and impaired functioning. It typically requires long-term treatment.
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Schizoaffective Disorder: A condition that includes both symptoms of psychosis and mood disorder symptoms, such as depression or mania.
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Bipolar Disorder with Psychotic Features: Individuals with bipolar disorder may experience psychosis during episodes of mania or depression. The psychotic symptoms are usually mood-congruent.
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Major Depressive Disorder with Psychotic Features: Severe depression can sometimes lead to psychosis, where individuals experience delusions or hallucinations that align with depressive themes.
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Substance-Induced Psychosis: Psychotic symptoms that are triggered by the use of drugs or alcohol, either during intoxication or withdrawal.
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Delusional Disorder: A type of psychosis characterized by persistent delusions, which are false beliefs that are resistant to contrary evidence, without other prominent symptoms like hallucinations or disorganized behavior.
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Organic or Medical-Related Psychosis: Psychosis caused by a medical condition affecting the brain, such as a brain injury, neurological disorder, or infection.
Symptoms of Psychosis
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Hallucinations: Experiencing sensations that are not present, such as hearing voices, seeing things that aren't there, or feeling sensations on the skin.
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Delusions: Strongly held false beliefs that are not based in reality. Common delusions may include paranoia (believing others are plotting against them) or grandiosity (believing they have special powers or status).
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Disorganized Thinking: Difficulty organizing thoughts, leading to incoherent speech or trouble following a conversation. Thoughts may jump from one topic to another without logical connections.
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Disorganized or Abnormal Motor Behavior: This can manifest as agitation, unpredictable movements, or a lack of response to the environment. In some cases, individuals may display catatonia, which involves a lack of movement or response.
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Negative Symptoms: These can include reduced emotional expression (flat affect), lack of motivation, withdrawal from social interactions, and difficulty in carrying out daily activities.
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Cognitive Impairments: Challenges with attention, memory, and executive function, which can impact decision-making and the ability to manage daily tasks.
How Our Service Works
Comprehensive virtual care guiding patients at every turn, why virtual care is right for you or your child
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Psychiatry Mobile Dashboard
Secure Messaging
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1:1 Telehealth Sessions
Schedule an appointment and access your mental health provider on any device to discuss your symptoms or treatment.
Everything In One Place
Enjoy full access to your appointments, bills, and medical documents through our online service
Comprehensive Treatment
Say goodbye to the hassle of getting the care you need. We provide a seamless and comprehensive experience for your diagnosis and treatment.
Secure Messaging
Have concerns during treatment? Reach your provider anytime with secure messaging for peace of mind.