Presentation
[…] in a person in a close relationship with someone with delusional disorder often resolves upon separation in DSM V, "shared psychotic disorder" is NOT distinct from delusional disorder Diagnosis Three steps in diagnosis: ensure that true pathology is present [medbullets.com]
A diagnosis of Delusional Disorder is not given if the individual has ever had a symptom presentation that met Criterion A for Schizophrenia (Criterion B). Auditory or visual hallucinations, if present, are not prominent. [health.am]
When in the present of a pre-existing mental health condition, the symptoms of that illness can be exacerbated. [theravive.com]
Serving as both an educational tool and a reference text, this book presents: * Rorschach data on several different antisocial groups -- conduct disordered children and adolescents, antisocial personality disordered adult males with and without schizophrenia [books.google.de]
Entire Body System
- Hypersomnia
[…] related to…[Indicate the Axis I or Axis II disorder] 307.44B Primary hypersomnia 307.45 Circadian rhythm sleep disorder 307.46A Sleep terror disorder 307.46B Sleepwalking disorder 307.47A Dyssomnia NOS 307.47B Nightmare disorder 307.47C Parasomnia NOS [nidagenetics.org]
[Indicate the General Medical Condition], Hypersomnia Type 327.01 Sleep Disorder Due to ... [Indicate the General Medical Condition], Insomnia Type 327.8 Sleep Disorder Due to ... [dr-bob.org]
[Indicate the Axis I or Axis II Disorder] 307.42 Primary Insomnia 307.44 Hypersomnia Related to... [ibvd.virtualbrain.org]
Of interest, low-dose amphetamines can be used as an adjunct in the treatment of depression, especially in patients with medical compromise, lethargy, hypersomnia, low energy, or decreased attention. [emedicine.medscape.com]
[…] the American Psychiatric Association (APA) recognizes several diagnostic criteria associated with amphetamines withdrawal : 4 Dysphoria (depression, apathy, sadness, anxiety) and 2 or more of the following symptoms: Fatigue and lethargy Insomnia or hypersomnia [projectknow.com]
Cardiovascular
- Hypertension
Toxicity is managed with supportive care, including IV benzodiazepines (for agitation, hypertension, and seizures) and cooling techniques (for hyperthermia). There is no stereotypical withdrawal syndrome. [msdmanuals.com]
Hallucinations, Delusions, Aggression, Arrhythmia, dilated pupils, Diarrhea, Hypertension, Hypermedia, Nausea, Rapid breathing, Restlessness, Tremors, Vomiting And in rare cases; Seizures and Catatonia The symptoms of these can slightly vary depending [socratic.org]
Along with the classic signs and symptoms of overdose including mydriasis, tachycardia, hypertension, sweating and severe agitation, his urine toxicology screen test was found to be positive for 3,4-methylenedioxy-methamphetamine. [apjmt.mums.ac.ir]
These additional symptoms may include aggression, arrhythmia, dilated pupils, diarrhea, hypertension, hyperthermia, nausea, rapid breathing, restlessness, seizures, sleep deprivation, tremor, and vomiting. [2] Stimulants The following stimulants are known [psychonautwiki.org]
Contraindications for amphetamines include : sensitivity to amphetamines or their derivatives cardiovascular disease or arteriosclerosis, a thickening or hardening of artery walls moderate to severe hypertension, or high blood pressure a tendency to become [medicalnewstoday.com]
- Tachycardia
Along with the classic signs and symptoms of overdose including mydriasis, tachycardia, hypertension, sweating and severe agitation, his urine toxicology screen test was found to be positive for 3,4-methylenedioxy-methamphetamine. [apjmt.mums.ac.ir]
Skin
- Sweating
These "uppers" pump up heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure, and can also cause sweating, shaking, headaches, sleeplessness, and blurred vision. Long or lasting use may cause hallucinations and intense paranoia. [m.kidshealth.org]
Along with the classic signs and symptoms of overdose including mydriasis, tachycardia, hypertension, sweating and severe agitation, his urine toxicology screen test was found to be positive for 3,4-methylenedioxy-methamphetamine. [apjmt.mums.ac.ir]
[…] amphetamines can include reduced appetite, increased/distorted sensations, hyperactivity, dilated pupils, flushing, restlessness, dry mouth, erectile dysfunction, headache, heart rhythm problems, increased breathing rate, increased blood pressure, fever, sweating [freshstart.org.au]
Through running to get the blood circulating, followed by time in a dry-heat sauna to sweat out the drugs, and good nutirition and adequate sleep, drug residues flush out of the fatty tissues of the body. [narconon.org]
[…] blood flow to the extremities erectile dysfunction, and especially frequent or persistent erections rapid heart rate abdominal pain loss of appetite, nausea, and weight loss acne, rash, hives blurred vision dry mouth teeth grinding nosebleed profuse sweating [medicalnewstoday.com]
Psychiatrical
- Visual Hallucination
In such cases, symptoms of amphetamine psychosis commonly include paranoid and persecutory delusions as well as auditory and visual hallucinations in the presence of extreme agitation. [ipfs.io]
Auditory : Nearly 80% of the hallucinations from cocaine usage were auditory, meaning the person heard a voice or sound that wasn’t real. Visual : Second most popular was that of visual hallucinations (seeing things that aren’t real) at nearly 40%. [mentalhealthdaily.com]
hallucinations, urges to harm oneself, severe anxiety, mania, grandiosity, paranoid delusions, confusion, increased aggression, and irritability. [psychonautwiki.org]
For example, a brain tumor pushing on the visual cortex might lead to visual hallucinations. [zenpsychiatry.com]
- Behavior Disorder
[…] use Mental and behavioral disorders due to psychoactive substance use 1) In Remission Selection of codes for “in remission” for categories F10-F19, Mental and behavioral disorders due to psychoactive substance use (categories F10-F19 with -.21) requires [medicbind.com]
ICD-10-CM Codes › F01-F99 Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders › F10-F19 Mental and behavioral disorders due to psychoactive substance use › F15- Other stimulant related disorders › Other stimulant dependence, uncomplicated 2016 2017 2018 [icd10data.com]
[…] none ATTENTION-DEFICIT AND DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR DISORDERS none BIPOLAR DISORDERS none Caffeine-Induced Disorders none CAFFEINE-RELATED DISORDERS none Cannabis-Induced Disorders none CANNABIS-RELATED DISORDERS none Cannabis Use Disorders none Cocaine-Induced [ibvd.virtualbrain.org]
V71.02 Child or adolescent antisocial behavior V71.09A No diagnosis on Axis II V71.09B No Diagnosis or Condition on Axis I [nidagenetics.org]
- Antisocial Personality Disorder
Serving as both an educational tool and a reference text, this book presents: * Rorschach data on several different antisocial groups -- conduct disordered children and adolescents, antisocial personality disordered adult males with and without schizophrenia [books.google.de]
Other common co-occurring disorders for people with amphetamine addictions are personality disorders (particularly antisocial personality disorder); attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD); post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD); and gambling disorders [projectknow.com]
disorder 301.20 Schizoid personality disorder 301.22 Schizotypal personality disorder 301.4 Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder 301.50 Histrionic personality disorder 301.6 Dependent personality disorder 301.7 Antisocial personality disorder 301.81 [nidagenetics.org]
Sleep Disorder 292.9 Amphetamine-Related Disorder NOS 307.1 Anorexia Nervosa 301.7 Antisocial Personality Disorder 293.84 Anxiety Disorder Due to... [dr-bob.org]
Personality Disorder 301.7 Antisocial Personality Disorder 301.81 Narcissistic Personality Disorder 301.82 Avoidant Personality Disorder 301.83 Borderline Personality Disorder 301.9 Personality Disorder NOS 302.2 Pedophilia 302.3 Transvestic Fetishism [ibvd.virtualbrain.org]
- Compulsive Behavior
MacKenzie and Heischober (1997) recommend careful evaluation of patients who have histories of any compulsive behaviors, including compulsive sexual behaviors. [rnceus.com]
The most common underlying psychopathology is obsessive-compulsive behavior, whether or not it formally meets the criteria of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 4th ed., for obsessive-compulsive disorder. 17 The other possible [aafp.org]
- Aggressive Behavior
Aggressive or violent behavior may occur, especially when high doses are ingested. [encyclopedia.com]
Psychological Complications Chronic use can cause: chaotic behavior, social isolation, aggressive behavior, sexual dysfunction, legal problems, depression, social and occupational failure. High-dose use causes psychotic episodes. [mentalhealth.com]
Urogenital
- Sexual Dysfunction
Cocaine -induced sexual dysfunction. Cocaine -induced sleep disorder. Cocaine -induced psychotic disorder,with delusions. Cocaine -induced psychotic disorder,with hallucinations... [lagunabehavioral.com]
[…] with Delusions 292.12 Amphetamine-Induced Psychotic Disorder with Hallucinations 292.84 Amphetamine-Induced Mood Disorder 292.89 Amphetamine-Induced Anxiety Disorder 292.89 Amphetamine-Induced Sexual Dysfunction 292.85 Amphetamine-Induced Sleep Disorder [intervention.org]
[…] and Gender Identity Disorders none Sexual Arousal Disorders none Sexual Desire Disorders none Sexual Dysfunction Due to a General Medical Condition none SEXUAL DYSFUNCTIONS none Sexual Pain Disorders none Sleep Disorders none SLEEP DISORDERS RELATED [ibvd.virtualbrain.org]
dysfunction 292.89BB Sedative-, hypnotic-, or anxiolytic-induced sexual dysfunction 292.89C Amphetamine-induced sleep disorder 292.89CC Sedative-, hypnotic-, or anxiolytic-induced sleep disorder 292.89D Amphetamine intoxication 292.89DD Sedative, hypnotic [nidagenetics.org]
[Indicate the General Medical Condition] 608.89 Other Male Sexual Dysfunction Due to... [dr-bob.org]
- Kidney Failure
Death related to MDMA can occur from malignant hyperthermia, which leads to kidney failure and cardiovascular collapse. Heart attacks, seizures, subarachnoid and intracranial hemorrhage, and strokes may also result in death. [thehealthscience.com]
Neurologic
- Agitation
In such cases, symptoms of amphetamine psychosis commonly include paranoid and persecutory delusions as well as auditory and visual hallucinations in the presence of extreme agitation. [cochrane.org]
Toxicity is managed with supportive care, including IV benzodiazepines (for agitation, hypertension, and seizures) and cooling techniques (for hyperthermia). There is no stereotypical withdrawal syndrome. [msdmanuals.com]
She states in an agitated tone that she wasn't trespassing because Mr. K "is in love with her" and "asked her to come over that night." Upon questioning the neighbor, Mr. [medbullets.com]
Along with the classic signs and symptoms of overdose including mydriasis, tachycardia, hypertension, sweating and severe agitation, his urine toxicology screen test was found to be positive for 3,4-methylenedioxy-methamphetamine. [apjmt.mums.ac.ir]
- Confusion
The term ”spun” is used by the meth culture for a user who has overdosed on meth and induced a state of psychotic confusion. [rnceus.com]
Disorganized speech patterns reflect the degree of confusion going on in the mind. Most every amphetamine psychosis symptom reflects this confusion in one way or another. 10. [amphetamines.com]
In the ICU she became confused, thinking she was in her house and accusing nursing staff of being intruders who had misplaced her furniture. After a few days her mental status cleared and she was able to go home. [zenpsychiatry.com]
Alcohol Delusions attributed to alcohol can cause disorientation, disorganized speech and mental confusion. In most cases, these effects go into remission when sobriety occurs. [dualdiagnosis.org]
[…] eat and lose a lot of weight have severe dental problems find it difficult to stop using amphetamines experience withdrawal symptoms if you don’t use amphetamines have episodes of violence and mood disturbances have anxiety, insomnia, or paranoia feel confused [healthline.com]
- Insomnia
Insomnia. Hyperactivity. Poor attention. Memory problems. Poor problem-solving. Paranoid delusions. Hallucinations. Higher risk of seizures. Higher risk of addiction/stimulant use disorder. Higher risk of overdose. [projectknow.com]
[…] restlessness, dry mouth, erectile dysfunction, headache, heart rhythm problems, increased breathing rate, increased blood pressure, fever, sweating, diarrhoea, constipation, blurred vision, impaired speech, dizziness, uncontrollable movements or shaking, insomnia [freshstart.org.au]
[…] perform tasks as well not eat and lose a lot of weight have severe dental problems find it difficult to stop using amphetamines experience withdrawal symptoms if you don’t use amphetamines have episodes of violence and mood disturbances have anxiety, insomnia [healthline.com]
[…] related to…[Indicate the Axis I or Axis II disorder] 307.42B Primary insomnia 307.44A Hypersomnia related to…[Indicate the Axis I or Axis II disorder] 307.44B Primary hypersomnia 307.45 Circadian rhythm sleep disorder 307.46A Sleep terror disorder 307.46B [nidagenetics.org]
[Indicate the General Medical Condition], Insomnia Type 327.8 Sleep Disorder Due to ... [Indicate the General Medical Condition], Mixed Type 327.44 Sleep Disorder Due to ... [dr-bob.org]
- Tremor
Hallucinations, Delusions, Aggression, Arrhythmia, dilated pupils, Diarrhea, Hypertension, Hypermedia, Nausea, Rapid breathing, Restlessness, Tremors, Vomiting And in rare cases; Seizures and Catatonia The symptoms of these can slightly vary depending [socratic.org]
They can cause tremors, headaches, and a racing heart. In large doses, they can even cause heart failure. Illegal stimulants, like cocaine, can cause serious side effects and addiction. [study.com]
These additional symptoms may include aggression, arrhythmia, dilated pupils, diarrhea, hypertension, hyperthermia, nausea, rapid breathing, restlessness, seizures, sleep deprivation, tremor, and vomiting. [2] Stimulants The following stimulants are known [psychonautwiki.org]
Symptoms of delirium tremens include: Agitation/excitement Irritability Confusion/disorientation Delirium Sudden mood changes Fatigue or stupor Restlessness Body tremors Changes in mental functions Decreased attention span Sensitivity to light, sound, [americanaddictioncenters.org]
[…] condition] 317 Mild mental retardation 318.0 Moderate mental retardation 318.1 Severe mental retardation 318.2 Profound mental retardation 319 Mental retardation, severity unspecified 332.1 Neuroleptic-induced Parkinsonism 333.1 Medication-induced postural tremor [nidagenetics.org]
Treatment
Bear in mind the fact that many treatment programs offer complementary treatments. 1. [drug.addictionblog.org]
I npatient/residential treatment — Treatment type in which the patient resides at the facility to focus completely on treatment. Stays typically last between 30 and 90 days. [drugabuse.com]
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of Tourette's syndrome; its use in the treatment of delusions of parasitosis is off-label. [aafp.org]
Objectives: To evaluate risks, benefits, costs of treatments for amphetamine psychosis. [cochrane.org]
Recovery support groups are also usually incorporated into treatment and recommended as an ongoing relapse prevention strategy once treatment ends. [greenhousetreatment.com]
Prognosis
Some evidence suggests that the Jealous Type may have a better prognosis than the Persecutory Type. When the Persecutory Type is associated with a precipitating event or stressor, it may have a better prognosis. [health.am]
Definition Description Causes and symptoms Demographics Diagnosis Treatments Prognosis Prevention Resources Definition Amphetamines are a group of powerful and highly addictive substances that dramatically affect the central nervous system. [encyclopedia.com]
Etiology
There is evidence from the history, physical examination, or laboratory findings of either (1) or (2): (1) the symptoms in Criterion A developed during, or within a month of Substance Intoxication or Withdrawal (2) medication use is etiologically related [behavenet.com]
[…] hallucinations or delusions B) There is evidence from the history, physical examination, or laboratory findings of either (1) or (2): 1. the symptoms in Criterion A developed during, or within a month of, substance intoxication or withdrawal 2. medication use is etiologically [mentalhelp.net]
[…] depressive episodes have occurred, these have been brief relative to the duration of the delusional periods. the disturbance is not better explained by another mental disorder ( i.e., OCD) or organic disorder ( i.e., ingestion) Differential Organic etiologies [medbullets.com]
Depending on the severity of symptoms, symptomatic treatment can be delayed to clarify the etiology. [emedicine.medscape.com]
Delusional (paranoid) disorders: etiologic and taxonomic considerations: II. A possible relationship between delusional and affective disorders. Can J Pyschiatry 1988;33:175–178. Google Scholar 23. Muncie W. Psychobiology in psychiatry. St. [link.springer.com]
Epidemiology
Questions 14-17 For each epidemiologic concept listed below, select the term that most appropriately describes it. [books.google.de]
According to a study by the Epidemiological Catchment Area, 47 percent of people with schizophrenia and 60 percent of people with bipolar disorder were also living with a substance use disorder. [therecoveryvillage.com]
[…] that the individual has exceptional abilities, wealth, or fame nihilistic - conviction that a major catastrophe will occur somatic - beliefs focused on bodily function or sensation erotomanic - false belief that another individual is in love with them Epidemiology [medbullets.com]
Epidemiology Frequency United StatesPsychosis, delirium, mood symptoms, anxiety, insomnia, and sexual dysfunction are considered rare adverse effects of therapeutic doses of prescription amphetamines. [thehealthscience.com]
Epidemiology General The prevalence of delusional disorder in the United States is estimated in the DSM-IV-TR to be around 0.03%, which is considerably lower than the prevalence of schizophrenia (1%) and mood disorders (5%). [health.am]
Pathophysiology
Pathophysiology The pathophysiology of amphetamine-related psychiatric disorders is difficult to establish, because amphetamines influence multiple neural systems. [thehealthscience.com]
Prevention
Synonyms for Mental Hospital 79 Dictionaries of Drunkenness 82 The Religion Called Psychiatry 102 Mental Illness and Mental Incompetence 112 The Illusion of Mental Patients Rights 128 The Illusion of Drug Abuse Treatment 144 The Case Against Suicide Prevention [books.google.de]
Relapse Prevention A relapse prevention plan will help the user tremendously, not only with preventing amphetamine relapse but also with avoiding a problem with other drugs and/or alcohol (polysubstance abuse or cross addiction). [drugabuse.com]
Long-term treatment with amphetamine-based medication in children appears to prevent unwanted changes in brain function and structure. [medicalnewstoday.com]
1999).While anti-psychotic medications demonstrate efficacy in providing short-term relief when a heavy user of amphetamines experiences psychosis, there is no evidence to guide decisions regarding long-term clinical care using these medications for preventing [cochrane.org]