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    Psicosis (en. Psychosis)

    /siˈkosis/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Mental disorder characterized by a disconnection from reality.
    Psychosis can manifest through hallucinations.
    La psicosis puede manifestarse a través de alucinaciones.
    Condition in which the individual loses contact with reality.
    Psychosis is common in patients with schizophrenia.
    La psicosis es común en pacientes con esquizofrenia.
    State that requires appropriate medical treatment.
    It is essential to address psychosis early.
    Es fundamental atender la psicosis de forma temprana.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'psyche' (mind) and 'osis' (state of disease).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have psychosis
    to be in a state of severe mental disturbance.
    tener psicosis
    collective psychosis
    phenomenon where a group experiences similar symptoms.
    psicosis colectiva
    to fall into psychosis
    to succumb to a state of mental derangement.
    caer en psicosis

    Related Words

    schizophrenia
    Serious mental disorder that affects thinking and perception.
    esquizofrenia
    hallucination
    Sensory perception without the corresponding stimulus present.
    alucinación
    disorder
    Alteration of mental or physical health.
    trastorno

    Slang Meanings

    To be very agitated or confused.
    When they told him the news, he immediately showed signs of psychosis.
    Cuando le dijeron la noticia, se le notó una psicosis de inmediato.
    State of temporary paranoia.
    Since he lost his cell phone, he has been living in psychosis.
    Desde que se perdió su celular, vive en psicosis.