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| name = Thought broadcasting | |||
| image = [[File:Bryan_Charnley_Self_Portrait_13.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = ''Self Portrait'' by Bryan Charnley, an artist who depicted his experiences with thought broadcasting. | |||
| field = [[Psychiatry]] | |||
| symptoms = Belief that one's thoughts are being broadcast to others | |||
| complications = [[Social isolation]], [[anxiety]], [[depression]] | |||
| onset = Typically in [[adolescence]] or [[early adulthood]] | |||
| duration = Can be [[chronic]] | |||
| causes = Often associated with [[schizophrenia]] and other [[psychotic disorders]] | |||
| risks = [[Genetic predisposition]], [[stress]], [[substance abuse]] | |||
| diagnosis = Clinical assessment, based on [[DSM-5]] criteria | |||
| differential = [[Auditory hallucinations]], [[paranoia]], [[delusions of reference]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antipsychotic medication]], [[cognitive behavioral therapy]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies; can improve with treatment | |||
| frequency = Common in individuals with [[schizophrenia]] | |||
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'''Thought broadcasting''' is a [[psychotic]] symptom in which an individual believes that their thoughts are being broadcasted or transmitted, so that others can hear them. This symptom is commonly associated with [[schizophrenia]] and other [[psychotic disorders]]. | '''Thought broadcasting''' is a [[psychotic]] symptom in which an individual believes that their thoughts are being broadcasted or transmitted, so that others can hear them. This symptom is commonly associated with [[schizophrenia]] and other [[psychotic disorders]]. | ||
==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
Thought broadcasting can be a distressing symptom for those who experience it. The individual may believe that others can hear their thoughts as if they were being spoken aloud. This can lead to feelings of vulnerability, embarrassment, and paranoia. The individual may also believe that their thoughts are being broadcasted over the radio or television. | Thought broadcasting can be a distressing symptom for those who experience it. The individual may believe that others can hear their thoughts as if they were being spoken aloud. This can lead to feelings of vulnerability, embarrassment, and paranoia. The individual may also believe that their thoughts are being broadcasted over the radio or television. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
The exact cause of thought broadcasting is unknown, but it is thought to be related to abnormalities in the brain's processing of information. It is most commonly associated with schizophrenia, but can also occur in other conditions such as [[bipolar disorder]] and [[major depressive disorder]] with psychotic features. | The exact cause of thought broadcasting is unknown, but it is thought to be related to abnormalities in the brain's processing of information. It is most commonly associated with schizophrenia, but can also occur in other conditions such as [[bipolar disorder]] and [[major depressive disorder]] with psychotic features. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for thought broadcasting typically involves medication and psychotherapy. [[Antipsychotic medication]] can help to reduce the intensity of psychotic symptoms, while [[cognitive behavioral therapy]] (CBT) can help the individual to manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life. | Treatment for thought broadcasting typically involves medication and psychotherapy. [[Antipsychotic medication]] can help to reduce the intensity of psychotic symptoms, while [[cognitive behavioral therapy]] (CBT) can help the individual to manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Schizophrenia]] | * [[Schizophrenia]] | ||
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* [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]] | * [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]] | ||
* [[Antipsychotic medication]] | * [[Antipsychotic medication]] | ||
[[Category:Psychotic disorders]] | [[Category:Psychotic disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Schizophrenia]] | [[Category:Schizophrenia]] | ||
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[[Category:Cognitive behavioral therapy]] | [[Category:Cognitive behavioral therapy]] | ||
[[Category:Antipsychotic medication]] | [[Category:Antipsychotic medication]] | ||
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Belief that one's thoughts are being broadcast to others |
| Complications | Social isolation, anxiety, depression |
| Onset | Typically in adolescence or early adulthood |
| Duration | Can be chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Often associated with schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders |
| Risks | Genetic predisposition, stress, substance abuse |
| Diagnosis | Clinical assessment, based on DSM-5 criteria |
| Differential diagnosis | Auditory hallucinations, paranoia, delusions of reference |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Antipsychotic medication, cognitive behavioral therapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies; can improve with treatment |
| Frequency | Common in individuals with schizophrenia |
| Deaths | N/A |
Thought broadcasting is a psychotic symptom in which an individual believes that their thoughts are being broadcasted or transmitted, so that others can hear them. This symptom is commonly associated with schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders.
Overview[edit]
Thought broadcasting can be a distressing symptom for those who experience it. The individual may believe that others can hear their thoughts as if they were being spoken aloud. This can lead to feelings of vulnerability, embarrassment, and paranoia. The individual may also believe that their thoughts are being broadcasted over the radio or television.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of thought broadcasting is unknown, but it is thought to be related to abnormalities in the brain's processing of information. It is most commonly associated with schizophrenia, but can also occur in other conditions such as bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder with psychotic features.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for thought broadcasting typically involves medication and psychotherapy. Antipsychotic medication can help to reduce the intensity of psychotic symptoms, while cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help the individual to manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life.
