What is psychotic love?

What is psychotic love?

The course of psychotic disorder in people who are in love resembles that of falling in love – it is sudden, violent, and accompanied by manic-like symptoms.

Can I date someone with schizophrenia?

Dating can be tough for anyone. A serious mental health condition like schizophrenia adds even more challenges to the mix. At times, it can cause psychotic behaviors, like hallucinations and delusional thought processes. In severe cases, dating is probably out of the question.

What happens when someone has a psychotic episode?

During a psychotic episode, an individual may experience hallucinations and/or delusions. They may see or hear things that do not exist. This can be incredibly frightening for the individual and, sometimes, the symptoms can cause them to lash out and hurt themselves or others.

How do I get my girlfriend to pay more attention to me?

Be very direct and tell her that you don't think you need to jump through hoops to get her attention. See what she has to say. And then go from there because you may be surprised what she has to say. She may not be happy and if that's the case it may be best for you both to MoveOn.

Can you love a schizophrenic?

Schizophrenia can be a difficult illness—for everyone. During episodes of psychosis, your loved one may experience frightening sensations that you can't understand. Other symptoms of schizophrenia can make it hard for people to express emotions or feelings, communicate clearly, or seem interested in others.