Alcohol Related Psychosis

Psychosis associated with alcohol can occur with acute intoxication, alcohol withdrawal, as well as in chronic alcoholics. The specific diagnosis of alcohol-related psychosis is also known as alcohol hallucinosis. It is a relatively rare consequence of alcohol abuse. However, it may be more prevalent than classically thought depending on the inclusion criteria used for diagnosis. In alcohol-induced psychosis, symptoms of psychosis present during or shortly after heavy alcohol intake. Clinically, alcohol-induced psychosis is similar to schizophrenia but has been found to be a unique and independent condition. It is characterized by hallucinations, paranoia, and fear.[1][2][3]