People with PPD often believe that others are malicious or trying to harm them.
PPD can cause psychotic symptoms, includingdelusionsandhallucinations.
Read on to learn more about PPD, its symptoms, treatment, and how to cope.
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Some other symptoms of PPD include:
Causes
PPD first presents in childhood and adolescence.
In addition, people withpost-traumatic stress disorder(PTSD) are more likely to have PPD.
Brain trauma is often connected to PPD.
Up to 26% of people with brain injuries meet the diagnostic criteria for PPD.
Treatment
Treatments for PPD vary depending on symptoms and other conditions the person may have.
Medication and therapy typically work best when used together to treat any personality disorder.
However, medications are sometimes used to reduce symptoms or intensity.
Medications to treat PPD may include antipsychotics, antidepressants, and mood stabilizers.
It involves a belief that people are behaving maliciously toward the person with PPD.
Childhood trauma is the most likely cause for PPD, though there may be a genetic predisposition.
People with PPD can benefit from both therapy and medications.
A Word From Verywell
PPD poses unique challenges.
If you or a loved one is struggling with PPD, help is available.
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