A patient on a high dosage of corticosteroids over a period of time may develop which type of psychiatric complication?
A) Lethargy
B) Psychotic behaviors
C) Manic phases
D) Anxiety attacks

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Patients on high doses of corticosteroids over a prolonged period of time may develop psychotic behaviors, including hallucinations and delusions. These symptoms may resolve once the steroids are discontinued or the dosage is decreased. Other possible psychiatric effects of corticosteroids include mood alterations, anxiety, and insomnia.

A Patient on a High Dosage of Corticosteroids Over a Period