CW: This episode discusses topics of suicide, mental health and other heavy topics and may be triggering for some. Please listen with discretion. 

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Ariel, Alyssa and their guest, Chris Lombardo, LPC, PCMHC, CADC, CEOLD of Chiron’s Cave Holistic discuss psychosis and the pop-term used commonly on TikTok, “Spiritual Psychosis”. 

(chronologically listed) We talk about the following: 
04:15 - What is psychosis and “spiritual psychosis”
10:54 - Signs that you or someone else may be experiencing psychosis
22:25 - Is experiencing spiritual experiences with others considered “group psychosis”?
25:33 - Tips for psychosis self check-in
37:04 - Treatment when you’re already being treated
39:22 - The difference between a counsellor, therapist and psychologist
45:52 - Common misconceptions around psychosis
58:28 - The fundamental differences between psychosis and Dissociative Identity Disorder
1:01:40 - Are there levels to psychosis (e.g. mild to severe psychosis)?
1:02:44 - Is dissociation categorized as a form of psychosis or is that a separate disorder?
1:04:26 - How can those around someone who may be experiencing psychosis be helpful and/or supportive?
1:12:27 - Non medicated treatment options for those experiencing mental health crisis or struggles
1:21:37 - What is something you wish more people were aware of around psychosis in general?


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