ABSTRACT:
Acute and Transient Psychotic Disorder (ATPD) is a brief psychotic illness often triggered by acute stress. This case report describes a young male who developed ATPD following postpartum family stress. He presented with irritability, withdrawal, disorganized behavior, and impaired insight. Treatment included antipsychotic medication, antihypertensives, and Yoga therapy. Over 14 days, the patient showed significant clinical improvement and was discharged in stable condition. This case highlights the impact of psychosocial stressors in ATPD and the importance of early, culturally sensitive intervention.
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Ishfaq Ahmad Rather. Transient Psychosis Triggered by Psychosocial Stressors: A Case of ATPD. Asian Journal of Nursing Education and Research. 2026;16(2):134-6. doi: 10.52711/2349-2996.2026.00027
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Ishfaq Ahmad Rather. Transient Psychosis Triggered by Psychosocial Stressors: A Case of ATPD. Asian Journal of Nursing Education and Research. 2026;16(2):134-6. doi: 10.52711/2349-2996.2026.00027 Available on: https://www.ajner.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2026-16-2-12
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