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  Postpartum Psychosis is a severe mental disorder that occurs in new mothers after giving birth to a newborn baby. In this disorder, the new mother has difficulty processing her emotions, which can lead to Delusion, Hallucination, and, in some cases, Schizophrenia. Because it endangers newborn babies and mothers, postpartum psychosis is also known as postpartum emergency.   Symptoms of Postpartum Psychosis Postpartum Psychosis Symptoms are often confused with feelings of sadness, anxiety, or being overwhelmed by emotions, which are common in new mothers. When postpartum psychosis is severe, a woman may exhibit behaviours such as staring off into space, muttering to herself, refusing food, or making illogical statements. Other Postpartum Psychosis Symptoms to Be On the Lookout For: Suspicious thoughts of harming the baby Delusions or a loss of touch with reality Hallucinations (the perception of seeing or hearing things that are not present) A lack of emotional response or a blank fac