Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Psychotic disorders are mental health conditions that cause people to perceive or interpret reality in ways that significantly deviate from the norm, often including hallucinations or delusions.
Related terms
Delusion: A false belief held despite strong evidence against it.
Hallucination: Perception of something not present.
Paranoia: Unjustified suspicion and mistrust of others.