Inhalants Induced Psychotic
RESOURCES FOR PATIENTS AND CAREGIVERS
Inhalant-induced psychosis is a mental health condition characterized by symptoms like delusions, hallucinations, and agitation, triggered by the abuse of inhalants, which are volatile chemicals like solvents or gases. It can cause a person to be unaware of their behavior and typically requires professional medical treatment, including medication and talk therapy.
US Cases: unavailable
World Cases: unavailable
Sex Ratio: M+/F
Age Onset: Age 17
Brain Area: frontal&temporal lobes
Symptoms: runny nose,nosebleeds
Progression: tuberculosis, bronchitis,asthma
Therapies: cognitive-behavoral therapy
Medications: carbamazepine, L-dopa, amino acids
YouTube Video: Truth About Drugs Documentary: Inhalants
Amazon or Library book: The Toxic Fumes
Support Groups:
American Addiction Centers-https://americanaddictioncenters.org/inhalant-abuse