How Is Brief Psychotic Disorder Treated?
Treatment for brief psychotic disorder typically includes psychotherapy (a type of counseling) and/or medication. Hospitalization may be necessary if the symptoms are severe or if there is a risk that the person may harm him or herself, or others. • Medication: Antipsychotic drugs may be prescribed to decrease or eliminate the symptoms and end the brief psychotic disorder. Conventional antipsychotics include: Thorazine, Prolixin, Haldol, Navane, Stelazine, Trilafon and Mellaril. Newer medications, called atypical antipsychotic drugs, include: Risperdal, Clozaril, Seroquel, Geodon and Zyprexa. Tranquilizers such as Ativan or Valium may be used if the person has a very high level of anxiety (nervousness) and/or problems sleeping. • Psychotherapy: Psychotherapy helps the person identify and cope with the situation or event that triggered the disorder.
