7 Signs of Major Depression with Psychotic Features

Depression is a difficult condition to live with and affects the way a person functions and how they feel about the world around them. However, depression comes in many different forms and impacts each person differently. Sometimes depression may come with delusions or hallucinations, known as psychotic features – earning the name: psychotic depression. To better understand what exactly psychotic depression is, here are a few signs of major depressive disorder (MDD) with psychotic features.

Disclaimer: This video is for informative purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose any conditions or give mental health advice. Please reach out to a healthcare provider or mental health professional if you are struggling.

If you are feeling depressed or contemplating suicide please remember that you are not alone.

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[Psychgo]

If you are feeling depressed or contemplating suicide please remember that you are not alone.

Suicide Hotlines:
America: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Canada: 1-866-531-2600
Australia: 13 11 14
United Kingdom: [phone]
Beijing: 0800-810-1117
Hong Kong: [phone]
Japan/Tokyo: 81 (0) 3 5286 9090
Brazil: 55 11 31514109 or (91) 3223-0074
Mexico: 9453777
Germany: 0800 111 0 111
Russia: [phone]
India: 91-22-27546669
Iran: 1480
South Africa: 0800 12 13 14

This is only a short list of a few countries, however there is always somebody to reach out to.

[tablet]

The hallucinations can also manifest in physical sensations, smells and tastes. For example: perceiving a rotten scent from nowhere.

[datboi]

1. feeling hopeless and helpless 1:11
2. holding false beliefs 1:36
3. poor concentration 2:02
4. losing pleasure in activities 2:28
5. feeling guilty 2:50
6. suicidal ideation 3:30
7. seeing or hearing things that aren't there 4:06
I hope I could help! (:
Remember, help is available for those that need it. (:

[PsychologyHub]

To whoever reads this, I wish you health and success!

[Dawnishere]

As someone who has psychosis and suffers from delusions, visual, audio, physical hallucinations, voices and violent thoughts this video is oddly comforting. Dunno why but it does weirdly. Maybe it just reminds me that I'm not alone? Who knows?

[justcallmedaddy]

*casually relates to every symptom*

excuse me miss therapist i need to have a chat with you

[OrionMelodyMusic]

I'm 27. I've been struggling with depression since I was about 18 or so. I live with my family still, which may be a big contributor to that. Don't misunderstand me, I love my family (well, most of them anyway ;P), but I just feel so stuck there. Like anyone else, I wanted (still do) to leave home, but I just don't know how. Or sometimes, I think I can do it, only to be struck down again. Each week seems to bleed into the next, and they all feel the same. I am seeing a therapist, and it has helped to an extent, but it might be a while before I see any real change. To those who don't have to deal with depression, you're very lucky. To those who do, well, I'm right in there with you. Keep strong.

[stayhappylittlemermaid]

I feel a new beginning coming towards me and I'm running to it with open arms.

[siqxyre]

I have Dysthymia which is usually stable and just keeps me bored and unmotivated.

but sometimes I have triggers that plunge me down so deep into depression, that it becomes psychotic.

and when I say psychotic, I really do mean it, my delusions become so overbearing it almost trumps my sadness itself. I become utterly convinced I'm a horrible horrible person who only brings pain to those I am near.

At the same time, I convince myself that I'm innocent and that nobody understands me so they hate me. That I'm alone in a world which is tailored specifically to be cruel to me.

Neither is true, but I believed it wholeheartedly last time I spiraled.

[pratikpalchowdhury]

To all who are suffering from whatsoever now. You problems are always validated, no matter the age. Mental illnesses can happen to anyone, at anytime. But this time passes. Life is a mix of good and bad. You probably left your happy childhood days and are suffering as an adult or teenager. But never forget how not every thing is permanent. This time will pass and you will change too. You will become stronger because life is teaching you the hard way now. Never lose hope and keep going. Leaning on someone when you are tired is just fine and try to be a space of comfort for someone who is suffering too. I know we can do it.

[Blue-migk]

Everytime i think about suicide, something or someone in my head just tells me to stop. They also comfort me when i'm sad. I'm pretty glad i have them

[a]

After starting anti depressants, I realized how delusional I was about things that weren't really happening. Definitely one of my biggest fears is not being in control of my mind, I thought I was but knowing I wasn't is very scary. I hope everyone can get help for depression, it's a massive burden you shouldn't have to carry

[urmilasalam]

"A body that's trying to live but a mind that's trying to die" It's depression 😄

[graciewhite]

As a person who suffered with this from a young age and many more mental illness, I will say it definitely does get better. Your coping strengthens and you start to feel normal as you learn to roll with the punches and go with the flow. I’ve learned that I cannot control a lot of things, but that I can control MY thoughts and MY feelings. And as long as I know that I am content. You got this. And don’t sweat the things that aren’t in your control or just don’t matter. Remember that you yourself are powerful and can do anything and overcome any obstacle. Banish the negative and tell yourself that you’re doing the best you can and that you’re best will always be good enough. If you need help there are so many people who are happy to help you through it. If I hadn’t gotten the help I needed I don’t think I would be here.

[exproshunnnn]

I feel sorry for myself, because after I watched this, I realized that I'm experiencing all these signs right now; the age of 14.

[lenka.prz_]

I wish good health to anyone who feels like this.

[Retrodesperado]

I've experienced all of these symptoms. No longer finding joy in playing video games, spending all day worrying if I said the wrong thing to somebody, feeling like everyone hates me, and hallucinating, thinking my dog was there when he really wasn't. Along with nervous breakdowns, yelling and shouting. It took me a long time to break out of it. Almost 2 years... But I'm finally starting to feel better. I'm exercising, mediation, walking the dog everyday, doing chores, drawing, and writing, completely cut out alcohol. I had to block out a few people in order to focus on myself. I was tired, so tired of waking up and feeling that way so I finally did something about it. Everyone is different, but I promise you things get better. Keep on holding on. You can do it. ♥️

[JioVega]

I met a new person out for lunch. We spoke for a while afterwards, but I thought I heard her say something that she has no recollection of saying. It was definitely her voice I heard, but it sounded super close, like someone imitated her voice and spoke directly into my ear. She was at least 4 feet away. I think Im losing my mind

[noises]

Your voice is so unbelievably calming.

[tommygunn]

Thank you for this! I hope those who see this can start the path of healing