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UPSC-CMS 2016 — Psychiatry

Q: The following are manifestations of psychosis except:

Psychoneurosis. ***Psychoneurosis*** - **Psychoneurosis** is an older term referring to **neurotic disorders**, which involve distress but do not typically feature classic psychotic symptoms like **hallucinations**, **delusions**, or **disorganized thought**. - Individuals with neurotic disorders usually retain a grasp of reality and insight into their condition, distinguishing them from psychosis. *Manic depressive psychosis* - This is an archaic term for **bipolar disorder**, which can indeed involve psychotic features during severe manic or depressive episodes. - During these episodes, individuals may experience **hallucinations** or **delusions** consistent with their mood state. *Schizophrenia* - **Schizophrenia** is a chronic and severe mental disorder characterized by profound disruptions in thinking, perception, emotion, and behavior. - Its hallmark features include **delusions**, **hallucinations**, disorganized speech, and grossly disorganized or catatonic behavior, all of which are classic manifestations of psychosis. *Paranoia* - **Paranoia** involves intense anxious or fearful thoughts and beliefs, often centering on persecution, conspiracy, or threat. - Severe paranoia can develop into **paranoid delusions**, which are fixed false beliefs that are characteristic of psychotic disorders, such as **paranoid schizophrenia** or delusional disorder. [Practice more Psychiatry PYQs on OnCourse]

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