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Major depression with psychotic features

Definition:
This is a condition in which depression is associated with delusional thinking and/or hallucinations. See major depression -- also see psychosis.

Alternative Names:
Psychotic depression; Delusional depression

Causes, incidence, and risk factors:

There are no obvious risk factors, though it is known that those with a family history of depression or psychotic illness will be more susceptible.



Review Date: 5/13/2002
Reviewed By: Yvette Cruz, M.D., Department of Psychiatry, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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