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Having psychosis – what’s it like?
Each person having psychosis has their own individual experience and for some it is not an unpleasant one. Here's one person's story:
Danielle: “I was referred to aspire nearly a year ago. At the time I was experiencing auditory hallucinations and my perception of everyday objects had become altered. For example, objects or animals that were far away to the eye appeared to be gigantic and it was the opposite for things close to me. I felt like people were watching me and reading my mind, I was getting weird sensations from the trees and it seemed as though I was getting a subliminal message from them that I could not yet understand. They were part of this whole plan to take my mind away and change it for something else.
When trying to rationalise these strange beliefs they seemed weird but at the same time so frightening and real. At times I was scared and felt very alone, even though I had my family and partner. My concentration and memory was poor and university was becoming increasingly difficult. I became withdrawn from social activities and did not want to go out or be near crowds at all.
Since being with aspire I have had peace of mind that somebody is listening and not judging me in any way. I have improved a little, things have not disappeared but I am coping better day to day.”
Danielle, 2006 |
