Schizophrenia & Psychosis
SCHIZOPHRENIA AND PSYCHOSIS ARE COMPLEX CONDITIONS THAT AFFECT HOW THE BRAIN PROCESSES INFORMATION, LEADING TO CHANGES IN THINKING, PERCEPTION, AND EMOTIONAL REGULATION.
Psychotic experiences can include hallucinations, delusions, or disorganised thoughts, while schizophrenia represents a longer-term condition involving a combination of these symptoms alongside changes in motivation, speech, and social functioning.​
Conventional treatments, including antipsychotic medications and talking therapies, play a crucial role in stabilising symptoms. However, many individuals and families seek additional ways to support cognitive function, mood, and overall brain health.
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At Re:Health, we take a functional and integrative approach, exploring nutritional, biochemical, and environmental factors that may influence neurotransmitter balance, inflammation, and mitochondrial function. This collaborative approach complements psychiatric care, supporting individuals in building resilience and optimising brain function.
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Symptoms
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HALLUCINATIONS (SEEING OR HEARING THINGS OTHERS DO NOT)
DELUSIONS (STRONG BELIEFS NOT SHARED BY OTHERS)
DISORGANISED OR RACING THOUGHTS
CHANGES IN SPEECH OR COMMUNICATION
SOCIAL WITHDRAWAL OR REDUCED MOTIVATION
FLATTENED EMOTIONAL EXPRESSION
DIFFICULTY CONCENTRATING OR PROCESSING INFORMATION
DISTURBED SLEEP PATTERNS
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The conventional approach
Conventional management typically involves antipsychotic medication, psychological therapies, and community-based support. These can help stabilise acute symptoms and reduce the risk of relapse.
However, medication alone may not address underlying metabolic, nutritional, or inflammatory imbalances that can impact mental health and cognitive performance. Integrating nutritional and lifestyle support alongside psychiatric care can strengthen overall wellbeing and improve quality of life.
Our approach
We combine evidence-informed strategies from Integrative and Nutritional Psychiatry with Functional Medicine to explore the physiological factors that may influence brain and nervous system function.
SUPPORTING NEUROTRANSMITTER BALANCE
Exploring pathways involving dopamine, glutamate, and GABA to promote balanced brain signalling.
INVESTIGATING NUTRIENT DEFICIENCIES
Investigating key nutrient deficiencies, such as magnesium, zinc, omega-3 fatty acids, and B vitamins, which are critical for neurotransmitter function and mood stability.
SUPPORTING MITOCHONDRIAL HEALTH
Supporting mitochondrial health and energy production, as mitochondrial dysfunction can contribute to mood instability.
SUPPORTING GUT BRAIN AXIS
Addressing gut health and inflammation to support the gut-brain axis, which plays a crucial role in mood regulation.
HORMONAL IMBALANCES
Exploring hormonal imbalances, particularly thyroid and adrenal function, which can influence mood episodes.
DIETARY APPROACHES
Using targeted dietary approaches, such as a ketogenic diet or other specialised nutrition plans, to stabilise mood and reduce inflammation.
PERSONALISED NUTRITION
Developing personalised nutrition, supplementation, and lifestyle strategies to support brain health and resilience.
By combining these strategies, we aim to complement conventional treatments and empower individuals to take control of their mental health with a holistic, sustainable approach.