What is primary psychosis?

Primary psychosis refers to a mental health condition where psychotic symptoms, such as hallucinations and delusions, arise without an identifiable underlying medical condition or substance use. It is often associated with disorders like schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder. In these cases, the psychotic symptoms are considered the main feature of the illness, rather than a secondary effect of another health issue. Treatment typically involves antipsychotic medications and psychotherapy to manage symptoms.