{"id":217255,"date":"2024-11-13T12:20:36","date_gmt":"2024-11-13T17:20:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/screening.mhanational.org\/?post_type=article&#038;p=217255"},"modified":"2025-01-28T13:05:49","modified_gmt":"2025-01-28T18:05:49","slug":"why-do-i-get-paranoid-or-see-things-that-arent-there-when-i-use","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/screening.mhanational.org\/es\/content\/why-do-i-get-paranoid-or-see-things-that-arent-there-when-i-use\/","title":{"rendered":"\u00bfPor qu\u00e9 me vuelvo paranoico o veo cosas que no existen cuando consumo?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Psychosis is a condition that makes it <a href=\"https:\/\/screening.mhanational.org\/es\/content\/my-brain-is-playing-tricks-on-me\/\">difficult to tell what is real and what isn\u2019t<\/a>\u2014it impacts a person\u2019s sense of reality and symptoms can range from mild to severe.<\/p>\n<p>When someone experiences <a href=\"https:\/\/mhanational.org\/conditions\/psychosis\">psicosis<\/a>, it\u2019s very scary. You may experience intrusive negative thoughts, you aren\u2019t able to sleep, and you see things that aren\u2019t really there. Some people hyperfocus and aren\u2019t able to break away and can\u2019t think clearly.\u00a0 It\u2019s a very isolating experience, but there are ways to cope and get help for yourself.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>When I had psychosis I experienced suicidal thoughts and my friends\/family were concerned I would hurt myself or someone else.<\/p>\n<footer>R, 43<\/footer>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2>Think about your substance use<\/h2>\n<p>A lot of times substances and alcohol use can intensify or trigger\/activate psychosis.\u00a0 It\u2019s important to <a href=\"https:\/\/screening.mhanational.org\/es\/addictions-answer-share-explore\/\">think about your use<\/a> and to <a href=\"https:\/\/screening.mhanational.org\/es\/content\/how-do-i-take-care-of-myself-with-an-addiction\/\">make sure you are taking proper care of yourself<\/a> and not doing more harm than you should to your mental health.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some questions you can ask yourself:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>How do you experience these symptoms?\u00a0<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Do they only occur when you\u2019re using?\u00a0<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Did you experience them before using?<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>\u00a0Do you experience them now even when you aren\u2019t using?\u00a0<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you experience psychosis outside of your substance use, you may have psychosis like we see with mental health conditions like <a href=\"https:\/\/mhanational.org\/conditions\/schizophrenia\">esquizofrenia<\/a> o <a href=\"https:\/\/screening.mhanational.org\/es\/content\/what-is-bipolar-disorder\/\">bipolar disorder.<\/a> If you only experience psychosis when you\u2019re using, it\u2019s explained by your use and your symptoms should stop when you stop using.<\/p>\n<p>If you are <a href=\"https:\/\/screening.mhanational.org\/es\/diy\/psychosis-answer-share-explore\/\">experiencing psychosis<\/a>, it might be time to consider stopping your substance use. Depending on how much you\u2019ve been drinking or using, it might feel hard to make changes on your own. <a href=\"https:\/\/screening.mhanational.org\/es\/content\/who-can-i-talk-about-my-psychosis\/\">Talking to a friend, family member<\/a>, sponsor, <a href=\"https:\/\/screening.mhanational.org\/es\/content\/support-groups\/\">grupo de apoyo<\/a>, or therapist are a few avenues you can take for support. You\u2019re not alone.<\/p>\n<h2>Take care of yourself<\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s important to take care of yourself and make sure you are healthy. Stress, both good and bad, can worsen the symptoms of psychosis. It\u2019s important to use your <a href=\"https:\/\/mhanational.org\/stress-coping-everyday-problems\">habilidades de afrontamiento<\/a> and get to know yourself well enough that you can pay attention to signs that something is off with your body and\/or mind.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some self-care strategies you can try:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Recognize and understand your triggers.<\/strong> Consider what you know about yourself. What are some things that have led to psychosis? For example, stressful life events, irregular sleep, or <a href=\"https:\/\/screening.mhanational.org\/es\/content\/how-can-i-identify-triggers-that-make-me-want-to-use\/\">substance use might be a trigger.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Take care of <a href=\"https:\/\/screening.mhanational.org\/es\/content\/what-lifestyle-changes-can-help-me-manage-psychosis\/\">your body\u2019s needs<\/a><\/strong>. Eat nutritious meals regularly. Aim for a consistent sleep schedule. Try gentle movement to help reduce stress.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Practice relaxation skills.<\/strong> Deep breathing and <a href=\"https:\/\/screening.mhanational.org\/es\/content\/how-do-i-stay-grounded-in-reality\/\">grounding exercises<\/a> can be a great way to connect with your senses and stay in the present moment.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Have a plan for times of <a href=\"https:\/\/screening.mhanational.org\/es\/content\/think-ahead-mental-health-crisis-plan\/\">crisis<\/a><\/strong>. Having something in place before a moment of crisis means you\u2019ll have a plan to lean on when you need it. Talk with a loved one or therapist to come up with steps you can take and ways to communicate when you need support.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Finding Treatment<\/h2>\n<p>When an individual experiences psychosis, <a href=\"https:\/\/screening.mhanational.org\/es\/content\/how-do-you-treat-psychosis\/\">treatment is usually always necessary.<\/a> It\u2019s important to talk to a professional that is well-versed in helping those with psychosis.\u00a0 Inpatient care can be beneficial for those who are completely disconnected from reality, as there are medications, 24-hour supervision, and individualized treatment plans to help you re-enter society.<\/p>\n<p>Reaching out for help can be difficult. You might have feelings of fear, shame, anxiety, and more about what you\u2019re experiencing. Talking to a psychiatrist is a necessary step if someone is experiencing psychosis. It should never be taken lightly, as it is a very serious mental health condition. Getting help can be a step to regaining some control over your well-being.<\/p>\n<h2>Focusing on the positive<\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s hard to focus on the positive, especially after experiencing something as traumatic as psychosis. If focusing on the positive feels challenging, take it one hour or day at a time. <a href=\"https:\/\/screening.mhanational.org\/es\/content\/6-ways-to-practice-self-compassion\/\">Celebrate each small victory<\/a> as you take steps to feel better. Know that psychosis is treatable and you can live a normal, healthy, happy life with the diagnosis.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Psychosis is a condition that makes it difficult to tell what is real and what isn\u2019t\u2014it impacts a person\u2019s sense of reality and symptoms can range from mild to severe. When someone experiences psychosis, it\u2019s very scary. 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