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... > social science subjects > psychology > abnormal psychology > mental disorders > schizophrenia and disorders with psychotic features > psychosis

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psychosis  

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  • Psychosis is a state in which one loses contact with reality. Originating from either mental or physical conditions, its symptoms include delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech or behavior, and a decrease or loss of normal functions. [Source: Encyclopedia of Social Problems; Psychoses]

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