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major depression with psychotic features - Definition: (Source: MedLinePlus)

Major depression with psychotic features is a condition in which a person experiences depression along with reduced contact with reality (psychosis). This can take the form of false beliefs (delusions) or seeing or hearing something that isn't really there (hallucinations). See also: Major depression Psychosis ...
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major depression with psychotic features - Images (Source: MedLinePlus)
major depression with psychotic features, Forms of depression
Forms of depression

Causes of major depression with psychotic features (Source: MedLinePlus)
Although there are no obvious risk factors, a family history of depression or psychotic illness increases the chances of developing this condition. ...
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Symptoms of major depression with psychotic features (Source: MedLinePlus)
This condition occurs when a depressed person loses touch with reality and hallucinates or has delusions. People with psychotic depression have the combined symptoms of depression and psychosis. The content of the delusions and hallucinations can be consistent with depression. For example, some people hear voices criticizing them, telling them that they are not good enough or evil, or telling them that they don't deserve to live and should kill themselves. Psychotic depression requires immediate medical attention to prevent self-harm or harm to others. ...
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major depression with psychotic features - Conventional Treatments (Source: MedLinePlus)
Treatment usually involves antidepressant and antipsychotic medication. Patients sometimes take antipsychotics briefly. Electroconvulsive therapy is very effective for this condition, but it is generally used after medication. ...
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Further Reading on major depression with psychotic features
  • Mental Health: Depression ( WebMD )
    A comprehensive overview of depression , including the types as well as their diagnosis and treatment.

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