I have had psychotic episodes lately. What could this mean?

[ForevrLonely29]

I have been under immense stress. My financial stability, relationships, employment stability, and politics are stressors that have mounted. I have frequent headaches, muscle and neck pain, tension, and other physical symptoms. I have been having psychotic episodes lately. I was hospitalized involuntarily last year when I exhibited psychotic signs. I become extremely paranoid thinking certain forces are working against me. I can feel the evilness around me.

[Oliverlogan263]

Woah dude, that does not sound good at all. Having full-on psychotic episodes is serious, scary stuff. A few thoughts:

- The paranoia and feeling evil forces around you are definite psychotic symptoms. That level of stress can really mess with your mind.

- You've had stuff like this happen before when hospitalized, so there's clearly an underlying mental health issue triggered by stress and anxiety.

- As hard as it is, you've gotta try to limit your stressors however you can for now - even little things like social media that fuel worry. Your priority is getting stable.

- Definitely tell someone you trust what's going on so they can support you. And don't hesitate to see a doctor ASAP - this isn't something to try handling alone.

- Meds may help balance you out if recommended by a professional. Don't be embarrassed - this is real medical problem like any illness.

- Take care of basic self-care too like eating/sleeping right and distraction activities when possible.

Hang in there man. Reaching out for help shows maturity - now focus on getting the treatment you need. Feeling better is totally possible!

[ForevrLonely29]

Thank you for your compassion 😃

[Oliverlogan263]

Of course 😊

[Fanfare690]

It just means you need to be on your medicine. As cliche as that sounds and I'm not trying to be offensive... take a load off... relax. You need to relax. We don't want you in the hospital no more

[CupcakeTheDestroyer]

I’m surprised no medication or regular therapy has been suggested. I’d stop watching the news, at the very least. Otherwise, try to reduce your stressors by dropping an optional responsibility.

[ForevrLonely29]

Therapy is difficult to get. Expensive copays and many providers don't accept my insurance. I am on a Medicare advantage plan.

[CupcakeTheDestroyer]

If you’re on medicare you can’t really qualify for any other insurance alongside it. No chance of changing providers?

[ForevrLonely29]

Humana sucks. That is my advantage plan provider. I didn't know they would be this bad. I may need to look into another advantage plan provider.