-- A recently release guide from A Mission for Michael covers the causes and symptoms of religious delusions, a collection of symptoms characterized by hallucinations with religious themes that significantly impair daily functioning. The resource explores various evidence-based treatment options that can treat both religious psychosis and common co-occurring disorders for lasting recovery.
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While psychosis itself is not a mental health condition, it is often a symptom of disorders like schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and bipolar disorder, says the AMFM team. Religious psychosis occurs when religious beliefs influence the content and expression of psychotic experiences; individuals who suffer from them often hallucinate hearing divine voices, have delusions of having a special mission or prophetic identity, and have disorganized thinking patterns.
Sudden behavioral changes related to religion may also arise, even without any previous interest in religious activities; these changes may include frequenting places of worship, praying continuously, or excessive fasting.
Studies have shown that genetics may play a role in developing religious psychosis, particularly among individuals with family histories of psychotic disorders. However, A Mission for Michael’s guide notes psychological stressors are also a trigger for symptoms; someone experiencing loss or a major life transition may be more vulnerable to psychotic symptoms.
Finally, environment often influences how psychosis is expressed, and individuals who had a religious upbringing, belong to a culture or community that emphasizes religion, or were raised in social isolation are more likely to experience psychotic symptoms with strong religious themes.
Psychosis is diagnosed by mental health professionals after a thorough assessment of the patient, which typically involves a clinical interview and an evaluation of symptoms and background; after the individual has been diagnosed, they may be recommended psychotherapy.
One modality known to be effective is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which helps patients challenge distorted thinking patterns, distinguish reality from delusion, and address underlying factors causing their symptoms; medication, especially antipsychotics and antidepressants, may also be prescribed in conjunction with therapy, as integrated treatment methods improve the likelihood of long-term recovery.
Aside from clinical treatment, A Mission for Michael’s guide says that community support systems can be helpful for promoting healing and maintaining progress beyond sessions. Individuals and family members affected by religious psychosis are therefore encouraged to communicate with one another and participate in public awareness campaigns and educational workshops.
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Name: Nathan Di Tomaso
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Organization: A Mission for Michael (AMFM)
Address: 30310 Rancho Viejo Rd. , San Juan Capistrano, California 92675, United States
Website: https://amfmtreatment.com/
Release ID: 89178793