2. Impact of psychosis on families

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Common stressors

Emotional and social isolation

The stress and unpredictability of having a relative with psychosis can affect social activities, daily routines and family roles. Because of your additional responsibilities, you may feel:

    isolated from friends
    unable to maintain friendships because you don’t have time
    embarrassed or ashamed about the symptoms of psychosis
    emotionally disconnected due to increased social isolation.

Empowering Families Affected by Psychosis © , CAMH.

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